Understanding how a brain pathway affects eating behavior
Dissecting a novel prefrontal cortical pathway regulating feeding behavior
This study is looking at how certain brain signals affect eating habits, especially for people with eating disorders like obesity and anorexia, by observing mice to learn more about how these signals influence food choices and decisions.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Career grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Albert Einstein College of Medicine NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Bronx, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10320078 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates a specific brain pathway that influences feeding behavior, particularly in relation to eating disorders like obesity and anorexia. By using advanced neuroscience techniques, the study aims to understand how certain neurons in the brain communicate and affect decision-making related to food intake. The research involves observing the behavior of mice to see how these brain signals impact their eating habits and choices. The findings could provide insights into the underlying mechanisms of eating disorders and how they might be treated.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals suffering from eating disorders, including obesity and anorexia, who may benefit from a better understanding of the neurobiological factors influencing their conditions.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have eating disorders or related psychiatric conditions may not receive any benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to new treatments for eating disorders by targeting specific brain pathways involved in feeding behavior.
How similar studies have performed: While the specific pathway being investigated is novel, previous research has shown that understanding brain mechanisms related to feeding behavior can lead to significant advancements in treating eating disorders.
Where this research is happening
Bronx, United States
- Albert Einstein College of Medicine — Bronx, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Ross, Rachel a — Albert Einstein College of Medicine
- Study coordinator: Ross, Rachel 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.