Understanding how brain regions affect communication and decision-making.
Semantic Systems
This study looks at how our brains understand things like objects and social interactions, especially focusing on a part of the brain that can cause problems for people with certain neurological and psychiatric conditions, with the goal of finding better ways to help them communicate and make decisions.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of South Carolina at Columbia NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Columbia, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10837757 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how conceptual knowledge, which includes understanding objects, actions, and social interactions, is processed in the brain. It focuses on the anterior temporal lobe, a key area involved in these functions, and examines how impairments in this region can affect individuals with neurological and psychiatric disorders. By studying the neural basis of these impairments, the research aims to develop better treatments and rehabilitation strategies for affected patients. The findings could lead to improved communication and decision-making abilities for those with related conditions.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals diagnosed with neurological or psychiatric disorders such as stroke with aphasia, dementia, temporal lobe epilepsy, schizophrenia, or autism.
Not a fit: Patients without any cognitive or communication impairments may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to enhanced therapies and rehabilitation techniques for patients with communication and cognitive impairments.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results in understanding the neural basis of communication and decision-making, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
Columbia, United States
- University of South Carolina at Columbia — Columbia, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Desai, Rutvik H — University of South Carolina at Columbia
- Study coordinator: Desai, Rutvik H
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.