Mapping how individual brain networks affect thinking skills in young people
Precision mapping of individualized executive networks in youth
This study is looking at how the way our brains are wired affects thinking skills in kids and teens, and by using brain scans, it hopes to create personalized maps that can help us understand more about their mental health and development.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R37 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Minnesota NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Minneapolis, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11080871 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how individual differences in brain networks relate to executive function (EF) in children and adolescents. By using advanced imaging techniques and large datasets, the study aims to create personalized maps of brain activity that can help understand how these networks influence cognitive abilities. Participants will undergo brain imaging to identify their unique functional networks, which may lead to better insights into mental health and cognitive development. The research builds on previous findings that show significant variation in brain network organization among individuals.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation include children and adolescents aged 0-20 who may be experiencing challenges with executive function or related mental health conditions.
Not a fit: Patients who are not within the age range of 0-20 or those without any cognitive or mental health concerns may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved understanding and interventions for cognitive and mental health issues in youth.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in mapping individualized brain networks in adults, suggesting a promising approach for studying youth as well.
Where this research is happening
Minneapolis, United States
- University of Minnesota — Minneapolis, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Fair, Damien a — University of Minnesota
- Study coordinator: Fair, Damien a
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.