Improving understanding of how monkeys control auditory attention.
Official title: Advancing primate models of human auditory cognitive control
Funded at Emory University · NIH-11005751 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how both humans and monkeys pay attention to sounds and make decisions about them, which could help us understand communication problems better and find new ways to help people who struggle with talking or understanding others.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Emory University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Atlanta, United States) |
| Project start | January 1, 2023 |
| Project end | December 31, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $450,613 |
| NIH project number | 5R01DC020749-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-11005751 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for benefiting from this research include individuals with communication disorders or cognitive impairments related to auditory processing.
✕Less likely to help
Patients without any auditory processing issues or communication disorders may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing advanced primate models to explore how auditory cognitive control functions in both humans and monkeys. By identifying which aspects of human auditory cognitive control can be replicated in rhesus monkeys, the study aims to enhance our understanding of the neural systems involved in communication. The research employs behavioral tests to assess working memory and decision-making related to auditory attention in monkeys, which could lead to better models for studying communication disorders. Ultimately, this work seeks to lay the groundwork for novel treatments for individuals facing challenges in communication.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved treatments for communication disorders by providing better models for understanding auditory cognitive control.
How similar studies have gone: Other research has shown success in using primate models to study cognitive control, indicating that this approach has potential for meaningful advancements.
Where this research is happening
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Emory University
Atlanta, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Hampton, Robert R — Emory University
- Study coordinator: Hampton, Robert R
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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.