Understanding how brain circuits influence social behavior in early life
Neurobiology of Social Behavior: Circuit Analysis in Early Life
This study is looking at how the brain helps us interact with others as we grow up and how it can change based on our experiences, which could help us understand social behaviors better and improve mental health for everyone.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Hugo W. Moser Res Inst Kennedy Krieger NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Baltimore, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10756471 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the neural circuits that support social behavior during early development, focusing on how these circuits can adapt to changing environments. By using advanced techniques like electrophysiology and optogenetics, the research aims to understand the plasticity of these circuits in both typical and atypical development. The goal is to uncover how flexible social behaviors are formed and maintained, which could have implications for mental health disorders. Patients may benefit from insights gained about the neural underpinnings of social behavior and its impact on mental health.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include individuals under 21 years old who may experience social behavior challenges or mental health disorders.
Not a fit: Patients who are not experiencing social behavior challenges or mental health disorders may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better understanding and treatment of mental health disorders related to social behavior.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown success in understanding neural circuits related to behavior, indicating that this approach has potential for meaningful insights.
Where this research is happening
Baltimore, United States
- Hugo W. Moser Res Inst Kennedy Krieger — Baltimore, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Opendak, Maya — Hugo W. Moser Res Inst Kennedy Krieger
- Study coordinator: Opendak, Maya
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.