How the brain processes sound in relation to behavior
Dynamic processing of sound in auditory cortex
['FUNDING_R01'] · JOHNS HOPKINS UNIVERSITY · NIH-11061771
This study looks at how the brain processes sounds while mice are doing different tasks, helping us understand how their past experiences affect how they hear and respond to sounds, which could be useful for people with hearing problems.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | JOHNS HOPKINS UNIVERSITY (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (BALTIMORE, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11061771 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates how the auditory cortex, a critical area of the brain for sound perception, processes auditory information in relation to an animal's behavior. By using advanced imaging techniques in awake mice, the study aims to understand how different populations of neurons in the auditory cortex interact and respond to complex sounds while the animals are engaged in tasks. The research focuses on how past experiences and behavioral context influence the way sounds are perceived and processed, which could lead to insights into auditory processing disorders.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for benefiting from this research include individuals with central auditory processing disorders or those using assistive hearing devices.
Not a fit: Patients with purely mechanical hearing loss, such as those who have damage to the outer or middle ear, may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could improve our understanding of auditory processing, potentially leading to better treatments for hearing impairments and auditory processing disorders.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown success in understanding auditory processing through similar methodologies, indicating a promising avenue for further exploration.
Where this research is happening
BALTIMORE, UNITED STATES
- JOHNS HOPKINS UNIVERSITY — BALTIMORE, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: KANOLD, PATRICK O — JOHNS HOPKINS UNIVERSITY
- Study coordinator: KANOLD, PATRICK O
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.