Assessing mouse behavior to understand neurodevelopmental disorders
Mouse Behavior Phenotyping Core
This study is all about helping scientists understand neurodevelopmental disorders better by using mice to look at things like movement, mood, learning, and social behavior, so they can find new ways to help people with these conditions.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Medical University of South Carolina NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Charleston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11049132 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on the Mouse Behavioral Phenotyping Core, which provides essential resources and training for scientists studying neurodevelopmental disorders (NDD) using mouse models. The core offers support in selecting appropriate animal models, conducting experiments, and analyzing behavioral data. By utilizing various behavioral assays, researchers can evaluate motor skills, mood, learning, memory, and social interactions in mice, which can help in understanding the underlying mechanisms of NDD. This initiative aims to enhance the integration of behavioral assessments into NDD research, ultimately leading to better insights into these conditions.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for benefiting from this research include individuals affected by neurodevelopmental disorders or those with a family history of such conditions.
Not a fit: Patients not affected by neurodevelopmental disorders or those outside the age range of interest may not receive any benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved understanding and treatment options for neurodevelopmental disorders.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research utilizing similar behavioral phenotyping approaches in animal models has shown promising results in understanding neurodevelopmental disorders.
Where this research is happening
Charleston, United States
- Medical University of South Carolina — Charleston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Penrod-Martin, Rachel — Medical University of South Carolina
- Study coordinator: Penrod-Martin, Rachel
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.