Understanding how monkeys interpret sensory information and update their perceptions.
Project B: Neural basis of causal inference and sensory updating in trial-based tasks in monkeys
This study is looking at how monkeys understand what they see and feel in their surroundings, especially how they figure out what causes things to happen, which could help us learn more about how our brains work when we make decisions based on what we sense.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Rochester NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Rochester, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10834921 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how monkeys process complex sensory information and make causal inferences about their environment. By using trial-based tasks, the study aims to understand how the brain updates its internal models of reality based on sensory inputs, such as motion and depth. The researchers will focus on specific brain areas involved in signaling object movement and self-motion, examining how these signals influence sensory representations. The findings could provide insights into the neural mechanisms underlying perception and decision-making.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation would be individuals with an interest in neuroscience or those affected by sensory processing issues.
Not a fit: Patients with conditions unrelated to sensory processing or those not engaged in research involving animal models may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could enhance our understanding of sensory processing and causal inference, potentially informing treatments for sensory processing disorders.
How similar studies have performed: While this research builds on existing knowledge of sensory processing, it explores novel aspects of causal inference in a specific animal model, making it a unique investigation.
Where this research is happening
Rochester, United States
- University of Rochester — Rochester, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Deangelis, Gregory C — University of Rochester
- Study coordinator: Deangelis, Gregory C
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.