Investigating eye movement differences in psychosis and their effects on vision
Fine-scale eye-movement differences in psychosis and their contribution to abnormal vision
['FUNDING_R21'] · UNIVERSITY OF ROCHESTER · NIH-10849936
This study is looking at how people with psychotic disorders, like schizophrenia, move their eyes differently than those without these conditions, using special technology to track eye movements during everyday tasks, which could help us better understand and diagnose these illnesses.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R21'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF ROCHESTER (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (ROCHESTER, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10849936 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research aims to explore how fine-scale eye movements differ in individuals with psychotic disorders, such as schizophrenia, compared to healthy adults. By using advanced eye-tracking technology, the study will assess eye movements during various visual tasks to identify potential markers that could aid in diagnosis and understanding of the illness. The findings may reveal how these subtle eye movement differences relate to everyday visual functions, such as reading and recognizing faces. Ultimately, this research seeks to enhance our understanding of psychosis and improve diagnostic methods.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation include adults aged 21 and older who have been diagnosed with a psychotic disorder.
Not a fit: Patients without any psychotic disorders or those under 21 years old may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better diagnostic tools and interventions for individuals with psychotic disorders.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has documented eye movement abnormalities in schizophrenia, but this approach of examining fine-scale differences is relatively novel.
Where this research is happening
ROCHESTER, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF ROCHESTER — ROCHESTER, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: POLETTI, MARTINA — UNIVERSITY OF ROCHESTER
- Study coordinator: POLETTI, MARTINA
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: Dyskinetic syndrome