How natural movement affects how we see
The Impact of Natural Locomotion on Visual Processing
['FUNDING_FELLOWSHIP'] · UNIVERSITY OF OREGON · NIH-10939176
This study is looking at how moving around affects the way our brains process what we see, helping us understand how our vision works when we're on the go compared to when we're standing still.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_FELLOWSHIP'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF OREGON (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (EUGENE, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10939176 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates how natural locomotion, or free movement, influences visual processing in the brain. By using advanced techniques to record brain activity during movement, the study aims to understand how two important brain regions, the primary visual cortex and the superior colliculus, respond differently when a subject is moving compared to when they are stationary. The research will analyze visual responses under both conditions to uncover the effects of movement on visual perception and attention. This could provide insights into how our visual system adapts to changes in our environment while we move.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals experiencing low vision or diminished visual processing abilities.
Not a fit: Patients with stable vision who do not experience any visual processing issues may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could enhance our understanding of visual processing, potentially leading to improved treatments for individuals with visual impairments.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown that locomotion can affect visual processing, but this research aims to explore this effect in a more natural and dynamic setting, making it a novel approach.
Where this research is happening
EUGENE, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF OREGON — EUGENE, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: SHARP, SHELBY L — UNIVERSITY OF OREGON
- Study coordinator: SHARP, SHELBY L
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.
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