Understanding how brain cells control timing and decision-making.
Administrative Core
This study is looking at how certain brain cells help us time our actions and make decisions, and it's for anyone interested in understanding more about how our brains work.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Harvard Medical School NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10687828 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the role of dopaminergic neurons in the brain, which are crucial for controlling how we time our actions and make decisions. An interdisciplinary team from prestigious institutions will collaborate to explore these functions, aiming to enhance our understanding of brain mechanisms. The project includes an Administrative Core that facilitates communication and organization among researchers, ensuring effective progress and dissemination of findings.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit include individuals with neurological conditions affecting dopamine function or those interested in the neuroscience of decision-making.
Not a fit: Patients with conditions unrelated to dopaminergic function or those not experiencing issues with timing and decision-making may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved treatments for conditions related to decision-making and timing, such as Parkinson's disease or addiction.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results in understanding dopaminergic functions, indicating that this approach has potential for significant insights.
Where this research is happening
Boston, United States
- Harvard Medical School — Boston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Sabatini, Bernardo L — Harvard Medical School
- Study coordinator: Sabatini, Bernardo L
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.