Understanding how animals integrate sensory information to control their movements
CRCNS: Integrating sensory and prior information to control behavior
This study looks at how marmosets understand and react to different movements around them, helping us learn more about how their brains work in busy environments.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Texas at Austin NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Austin, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10687117 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how animals, specifically marmosets, process and integrate sensory information to guide their behavior in complex environments. By examining how different motion signals are combined to create a coherent perception of motion, the study aims to identify the conditions under which this integration may fail. The researchers will utilize advanced techniques in electrophysiology to record neuronal activity in the brain areas responsible for motion perception and prediction. This approach will help uncover the brain's mechanisms for adapting to dynamic and cluttered environments.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research would be individuals with conditions affecting sensory processing or motion perception.
Not a fit: Patients with stable sensory processing and no behavioral or perceptual disorders may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could enhance our understanding of sensory processing and behavior, potentially leading to improved treatments for disorders related to motion perception.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research in systems neuroscience has shown success in understanding sensory integration, suggesting that this approach may yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
Austin, United States
- University of Texas at Austin — Austin, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Priebe, Nicholas J — University of Texas at Austin
- Study coordinator: Priebe, Nicholas J
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.