Understanding brain networks to improve mental health in young people
Personalized Functional Network Modeling to Characterize and Predict Psychopathology in Youth
This study is looking at how young people's brains connect and work together, and how problems in these connections might relate to mental health issues like anxiety and depression, with the goal of creating better ways to diagnose and treat these conditions.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Pennsylvania NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Philadelphia, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10827913 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how the brain's functional networks develop in youth and how abnormalities in these networks can be linked to mental health issues. By using advanced magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) techniques, the study aims to create personalized models of brain connectivity that can help identify specific mental health conditions. The approach combines large-scale neuroimaging data with innovative analytical methods to enhance the accuracy of diagnoses and tailor treatments for individuals. This could lead to more effective interventions for conditions like anxiety and depression in young people.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include young individuals experiencing symptoms of mental health disorders such as anxiety or depression.
Not a fit: Patients who are not experiencing any mental health issues or who are outside the youth age range may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to personalized diagnostic tools and treatments for mental health disorders in youth.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using personalized brain network models for understanding mental health, indicating that this approach could be effective.
Where this research is happening
Philadelphia, United States
- University of Pennsylvania — Philadelphia, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Fan, Yong — University of Pennsylvania
- Study coordinator: Fan, Yong
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.