How visual experiences change the brain's response in mice
Mechanisms of experience dependent plasticity in mouse visual cortex
['FUNDING_FELLOWSHIP'] · YALE UNIVERSITY · NIH-11162625
This study is looking at how seeing things over and over can change how the brain of adult mice reacts, especially when those sights come with rewards, to help us understand how our experiences shape our brains.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_FELLOWSHIP'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | YALE UNIVERSITY (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (NEW HAVEN, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11162625 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates how repeated visual experiences can alter the brain's response in the visual cortex of adult mice. By using advanced imaging techniques and behavioral training, the study aims to understand the mechanisms behind these changes, particularly when visual stimuli are associated with rewards. The researchers will manipulate specific genes to observe how these adaptations occur at the cellular level, providing insights into the relationship between sensory experiences and brain plasticity.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research would be adults experiencing visual processing issues or related neurological conditions.
Not a fit: Patients with conditions unrelated to visual processing or those under 21 years old may not receive benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could enhance our understanding of visual processing and lead to new treatments for visual impairments.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown promising results in understanding brain plasticity through similar experimental approaches, indicating potential for success in this area.
Where this research is happening
NEW HAVEN, UNITED STATES
- YALE UNIVERSITY — NEW HAVEN, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: FAN, VICTORIA — YALE UNIVERSITY
- Study coordinator: FAN, VICTORIA
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.