How our brain processes sounds we make ourselves
Auditory cortical processing of self-generated sounds
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 type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | New York University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-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
- New York University — New York, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Schneider, David Michael — New York University
- Study coordinator: Schneider, David Michael
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.