Controlling brain rhythms to improve attention and decision making
Modulating attention and decision making with closed loop control of low frequency oscillations
This study is looking at how certain brain waves can influence our focus and decision-making, and it uses a special technique to see if changing these waves can help improve thinking skills, which could lead to new treatments for attention-related issues.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Minnesota NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Minneapolis, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10864791 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how low-frequency brain activity, specifically alpha rhythms, affects attention and decision-making processes. By using closed-loop electrical stimulation, the study aims to directly modulate these brain rhythms and observe their impact on cognitive performance in non-human primates. The findings could provide insights into the mechanisms of attention and offer new therapeutic strategies for mental health disorders related to attention deficits.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals experiencing attention deficits or related psychiatric disorders.
Not a fit: Patients with conditions unrelated to attention or cognitive processing may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to innovative treatments for patients with attention-related mental health disorders.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using brain modulation techniques to enhance cognitive functions, suggesting potential success for this approach.
Where this research is happening
Minneapolis, United States
- University of Minnesota — Minneapolis, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Ghose, Geoffrey M — University of Minnesota
- Study coordinator: Ghose, Geoffrey M
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.