How brain circuits process visual information for movement
Functional connectivity of a brain-scale neural circuit for motion perception
This study is looking at how brain cells in baby zebrafish work together to turn what they see into movement, helping us understand how visual information leads to actions.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Duke University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Durham, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10524593 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how different neurons in the brain work together to transform visual information into movement. By using larval zebrafish, which are genetically and optically accessible, the study aims to understand the functional connections between these neurons. The researchers will employ advanced techniques such as two-photon microscopy and optogenetic manipulation to observe and influence neural activity in real-time. This approach will help create dynamic models that predict how visual cues lead to behavioral responses.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals with conditions that impair motion perception or related neurological disorders.
Not a fit: Patients with non-neurological conditions or those not experiencing motion perception issues may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved understanding and treatment of brain disorders affecting motion perception.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown promise in understanding brain connectivity and function using similar methodologies, indicating potential for success in this approach.
Where this research is happening
Durham, United States
- Duke University — Durham, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Naumann, Eva Aimable — Duke University
- Study coordinator: Naumann, Eva Aimable
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.