Understanding how gray and white matter affect vision in the human brain
CRCNS: Integrating gray and white matter data to understand the organization of human visual cortex
This study is looking at how different parts of the brain that help us see work together and how this affects our vision, with the goal of better understanding visual disorders and finding new ways to help people who have them.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | New York University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10692840 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the complex relationship between gray and white matter in the human visual cortex and how these structures influence visual function. It aims to create a comprehensive database that combines white-matter and functional data, which will be analyzed using advanced machine learning techniques. By examining individual differences in visual processing and the underlying brain structures, the research seeks to improve our understanding of visual disorders and their treatment.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals with retinal diseases, such as macular degeneration, or those experiencing visual impairments like amblyopia.
Not a fit: Patients with intact visual function and no history of retinal or visual cortex-related disorders may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better diagnostic and therapeutic strategies for visual disorders, enhancing the quality of life for affected patients.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results in understanding the relationship between brain structure and visual function, indicating that this approach has potential for significant insights.
Where this research is happening
New York, United States
- New York University — New York, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Winawer, Jonathan a — New York University
- Study coordinator: Winawer, Jonathan a
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.