Exploring how oxytocin affects brain function and behavior
Administrative Core
This study is looking at how a hormone called oxytocin affects brain activity and behavior, and it's being done by a team of scientists at NYU Grossman School of Medicine to help us learn more about the brain and how it works.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | New York University School of Medicine NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10912589 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding the role of oxytocin in modulating neural circuits and influencing behavior. The project is based at NYU Grossman School of Medicine and involves collaboration among several labs within the Neuroscience Institute. The Administrative Core will facilitate coordination among these labs, ensuring effective communication and collaboration to enhance research outcomes. By integrating various scientific resources and expertise, the project aims to advance knowledge in neuroscience and its applications.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research would include individuals interested in the effects of oxytocin on behavior and brain function, particularly those with conditions related to social behavior or emotional regulation.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have an interest in or relevance to the effects of oxytocin on brain function and behavior may not receive benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to new insights into how oxytocin influences brain function, potentially informing treatments for behavioral and neurological disorders.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results in understanding the effects of oxytocin on social behavior and emotional processing, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
New York, United States
- New York University School of Medicine — New York, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Tsien, Richard W — New York University School of Medicine
- Study coordinator: Tsien, Richard W
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.