How brain cells adapt during learning and memory processes
Mechanisms of compartmentalized plasticity in learning and memory
['FUNDING_R01'] · UNIVERSITY OF IOWA · NIH-11045030
This study is looking at how our experiences shape the way our brains process information, using fruit flies to learn more about how memories are made and how they affect our choices and actions.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF IOWA (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (IOWA CITY, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11045030 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates how experiences influence the way information is processed in the brain, focusing on the plasticity of neurons at a subcellular level. By studying the nervous system of fruit flies, the researchers aim to understand how different signals are integrated during learning events, which could affect decision-making and behavior. The project will explore the mechanisms of plasticity in specific brain regions that are responsible for processing olfactory memories. This approach allows for a detailed examination of how memories are formed and how they influence actions.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals interested in the biological mechanisms of learning and memory, particularly those affected by memory disorders.
Not a fit: Patients with conditions unrelated to memory or learning processes may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to new insights into memory formation and potential treatments for memory-related disorders.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results in understanding neuronal plasticity, making this approach both relevant and potentially impactful.
Where this research is happening
IOWA CITY, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF IOWA — IOWA CITY, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: TOMCHIK, SETH M — UNIVERSITY OF IOWA
- Study coordinator: TOMCHIK, SETH 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.