Understanding how different areas of the brain are organized in healthy adults
Official title: Mapping Cortical Area Organization in Healthy Adults Using High-Resolution HCP Data: Insights into Human Brain Function and Morphology
Funded at Washington University · NIH-11163946 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how the outer layer of the brain is organized in healthy adults between 22 and 35 years old, to see how differences in brain structure might affect thinking, behavior, and even run in families, helping us learn more about mental health and how our brains work.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Fellowship grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Washington University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Saint Louis, United States) |
| Project start | April 1, 2025 |
| Project end | April 29, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $78,328 |
| NIH project number | 1F32MH140418-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-11163946 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are healthy adults aged 22-35, including both males and females, as well as twins and their siblings.
✕Less likely to help
Patients outside the age range of 22-35 or those with existing neurological or psychiatric conditions may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the organization of the cerebral cortex, the outer layer of the brain, in healthy adults aged 22-35. By utilizing high-resolution imaging data from the Human Connectome Project, the study aims to map individual differences in brain structure and function. It will explore how variations in cortical areas relate to cognitive abilities, behaviors, and the heritability of these traits. Participants will help researchers understand the unique aspects of brain organization and their implications for mental health and behavior.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could enhance our understanding of brain function and lead to better strategies for addressing cognitive and behavioral disorders.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research using similar high-resolution imaging techniques has successfully mapped brain structures and their functions, indicating a promising approach for this study.
Where this research is happening
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Washington University
Saint Louis, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Demirci, Nagehan — Washington University
- Study coordinator: Demirci, Nagehan
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.