Investigating how oxytocin affects brain function and behavior
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This study is looking at how a hormone called oxytocin affects our feelings and social interactions, and it's creating special tools to help us learn more about it, which could lead to better treatments for conditions like social anxiety or autism.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | New York University School of Medicine NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10912599 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding the role of oxytocin, a hormone that influences social behavior and emotional responses, by developing specialized tools to study its effects in the brain. The project aims to create and distribute specific antibodies and compounds that can precisely manipulate and monitor oxytocin signaling in various brain regions. By enhancing our understanding of how oxytocin works at the cellular level, this research could lead to new insights into its physiological and behavioral impacts. Patients may benefit from advancements in treatments for conditions related to oxytocin signaling, such as social anxiety or autism.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include individuals with social anxiety, autism spectrum disorders, or other conditions related to oxytocin signaling.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have conditions related to oxytocin signaling or behavioral disorders may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved treatments for conditions influenced by oxytocin, enhancing social and emotional well-being.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results in understanding oxytocin's role in behavior, indicating that this approach has potential for significant advancements.
Where this research is happening
New York, United States
- New York University School of Medicine — New York, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Chao, Moses Victor — New York University School of Medicine
- Study coordinator: Chao, Moses Victor
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.