Understanding how ion channels affect brain activity and communication
Ion Channels in Synaptic and Neural Circuit Physiology Course (2024-2028)
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · COLD SPRING HARBOR LABORATORY · NIH-10887807
This study is for people interested in how brain cells communicate and work together, and it offers a three-week course where you'll learn about the important role of ion channels in this process through fun lectures and hands-on lab activities.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | COLD SPRING HARBOR LABORATORY (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (COLD SPRING HARBOR, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10887807 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on the role of ion channels in neuronal excitability and communication within the brain. It involves a three-week intensive course at Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory, where participants will learn through lectures and hands-on laboratory work about the properties of ion channels and their functions in neural circuits. The course covers various aspects, including synaptic integration, plasticity, and techniques like optogenetics and patch-clamp electrophysiology to study ion channels in real-time. This training aims to equip participants with the skills necessary to explore complex neural systems and their physiological functions.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals interested in neurobiology and those pursuing advanced training in neuroscience.
Not a fit: Patients with no interest in neuroscience or those not seeking educational opportunities in this field may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could enhance our understanding of brain function and lead to improved treatments for neurological disorders.
How similar studies have performed: Similar educational programs have successfully trained numerous researchers in neurobiology, indicating a strong precedent for the effectiveness of this approach.
Where this research is happening
COLD SPRING HARBOR, UNITED STATES
- COLD SPRING HARBOR LABORATORY — COLD SPRING HARBOR, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: STEWART, DAVID J. — COLD SPRING HARBOR LABORATORY
- Study coordinator: STEWART, DAVID J.
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.
Conditions: Brain Diseases, Brain Disorders