Investigating how the brain processes causal information in space and time
Data-Science Core
This study is exploring how our brains understand cause and effect in the world around us, and it aims to help researchers work together better, which could lead to new treatments for neurological conditions that affect how we think and perceive things.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Rochester NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Rochester, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10834915 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding the neural mechanisms and circuits involved in how we perceive causality in our environment. By utilizing advanced neural recording techniques and data analysis methods, the project aims to create a comprehensive framework for analyzing large-scale neural data. The Data Science Core will support collaboration among researchers by providing tools for data management and analysis, ensuring that findings are reproducible and transparent. Patients may benefit from insights gained into brain function that could inform future treatments for neurological conditions.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation would include individuals with neurological conditions that affect perception and cognition.
Not a fit: Patients with non-neurological conditions or those not experiencing perceptual or cognitive issues may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could enhance our understanding of brain function and lead to improved treatments for neurological disorders.
How similar studies have performed: Other research in neuroscience has shown success using similar data analysis and neural recording techniques, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
Rochester, United States
- University of Rochester — Rochester, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Drugowitsch, Jan — University of Rochester
- Study coordinator: Drugowitsch, Jan
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.