How the frontal cortex helps us understand what we see
Frontal cortical contributions to ventral stream visual processing
['FUNDING_FELLOWSHIP'] · ROCKEFELLER UNIVERSITY · NIH-11061752
This study is looking at how a part of the brain helps us recognize objects and understand what we see in busy scenes, using marmosets to learn more about how our brains work, which could help people with visual processing issues.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_FELLOWSHIP'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | ROCKEFELLER UNIVERSITY (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (NEW YORK, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11061752 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates how the frontal cortex contributes to our ability to process visual information, particularly in recognizing objects and their relationships in complex scenes. By studying the interactions between specific brain regions in marmosets, the researchers aim to uncover the mechanisms that enhance visual perception. The project employs advanced techniques to analyze brain activity while presenting naturalistic visual stimuli, providing insights into how our brains interpret what we see. This work could lead to a better understanding of visual processing disorders.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals with visual processing disorders, such as face and object agnosias, particularly those associated with autism spectrum disorders.
Not a fit: Patients without visual processing issues or those not affected by autism spectrum disorders may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could improve our understanding of visual processing disorders, potentially leading to better diagnostic and therapeutic strategies for affected individuals.
How similar studies have performed: While the specific approach of examining frontal cortex contributions to visual processing in marmosets is novel, related research has shown success in understanding visual processing in other primate models.
Where this research is happening
NEW YORK, UNITED STATES
- ROCKEFELLER UNIVERSITY — NEW YORK, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: MORRILL, RYAN JAMES — ROCKEFELLER UNIVERSITY
- Study coordinator: MORRILL, RYAN JAMES
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.
Conditions: autism spectral disorder, autism spectrum disorder, Autistic Disorder, autistic spectrum disorder