Training future leaders in understanding how brain circuits affect cognition
Official title: Training in theoretical and computational approaches to neural circuits of cognition
Funded at University of Washington · NIH-10885916 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about helping students and new researchers learn how the brain works by combining biology, math, and computer science, so they can better understand how our brain processes information and how it can be affected by different conditions.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Training grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Washington NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Seattle, United States) |
| Project start | August 1, 2023 |
| Project end | June 30, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $326,216 |
| NIH project number | 5T32MH132518-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10885916 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include students and postdoctoral fellows interested in neuroscience and computational modeling.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with established cognitive impairments who are not involved in academic or research training may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research program focuses on training students and postdoctoral fellows in the interdisciplinary field of computational neuroscience, specifically examining how neural circuits contribute to cognitive processes. Participants will engage in a combination of research, mentoring, and coursework that integrates neurobiology, mathematics, and scientific computing. The program aims to equip trainees with the skills necessary to analyze complex neural data and develop theoretical models that explain how information is processed in the brain. By fostering collaboration among diverse fields, the program seeks to advance our understanding of neural circuit dynamics in both health and disease.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to significant advancements in our understanding of cognitive processes and the development of new therapeutic strategies for cognitive impairments.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research in computational neuroscience has shown promise in understanding neural circuits, indicating that this approach has the potential for significant breakthroughs.
Where this research is happening
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University of Washington
Seattle, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Buffalo, Elizabeth a — University of Washington
- Study coordinator: Buffalo, Elizabeth a
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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.