Understanding and improving memory processes through real-time brain activity manipulation
Real-time manipulations to understand and improve memory processes
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON · NIH-11021081
This study looks at how a part of the brain called the hippocampus helps us remember things by replaying our experiences during sleep and quiet moments, especially as we get older, to find ways to improve memory and keep our minds sharp.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (SEATTLE, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11021081 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates how the hippocampus, a brain region essential for memory, replays past experiences during sleep and pauses in activity. By examining this replay process, the study aims to understand how it influences decision-making and memory recall, particularly as people age. The researchers will use advanced techniques to manipulate and observe brain activity in real-time, providing insights into how memory functions and declines with age. The ultimate goal is to identify new therapeutic strategies to enhance memory and prevent cognitive decline.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are older adults experiencing memory decline or cognitive impairment.
Not a fit: Patients with no memory issues or those who are not experiencing age-related cognitive changes may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to new treatments that improve memory and cognitive function in aging individuals.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results in understanding memory processes through similar approaches, indicating potential for success in this area.
Where this research is happening
SEATTLE, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON — SEATTLE, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: GILLESPIE, ANNA KATHLEEN — UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON
- Study coordinator: GILLESPIE, ANNA KATHLEEN
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.