How our brain processes sounds we make ourselves

Auditory cortical processing of self-generated sounds

NIH-funded research New York University · NIH-10874742

This study is looking at how our brains predict the sounds we make when we move, like when we walk or type, and it aims to help us understand how this works in healthy people and in those with conditions like tinnitus or schizophrenia.

Quick facts

Grant typeR01 grant
Study typeNIH-funded research
Funding institutionNew York University NIH-funded
Lab location1 site (New York, United States)
Project IDNIH-10874742 on NIH RePORTER

What this research studies

This research investigates how the brain anticipates the sounds generated by our own movements, such as walking or typing. By using advanced techniques like augmented reality and calcium imaging, the study aims to understand the interaction between auditory and motor systems during sound-producing behaviors. The findings could shed light on how these processes work in healthy individuals and how they may malfunction in conditions like tinnitus or schizophrenia. Patients may be involved in experiments that explore these auditory processing mechanisms.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates include individuals experiencing auditory disorders such as tinnitus or those with conditions affecting sound perception.

Not a fit: Patients without any auditory processing issues or those not experiencing related disorders may not benefit from this research.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved understanding and treatment options for auditory disorders.

How similar studies have performed: Similar research has shown promise in understanding auditory processing, making this approach both relevant and potentially impactful.

Where this research is happening

New York, United States

Researchers

About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
  2. Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
  3. For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.
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