Understanding how oxytocin affects brain circuits and behavior
Computational Modeling Core
This study is looking at how a hormone called oxytocin affects the brain and our social behaviors, and it's designed to help people understand social behavior disorders better and find new ways to treat them.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | New York University School of Medicine NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10912606 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on the role of oxytocin in modulating neural circuits and influencing behavior. By utilizing advanced computational modeling techniques, the team at NYU Grossman School of Medicine aims to analyze how changes at the cellular and circuit levels can affect social behaviors. The project involves collaboration among multiple labs to standardize and validate these computational approaches, ultimately providing insights into the mechanisms of oxytocin's effects on the brain. Patients may benefit from improved understanding of social behavior disorders and potential therapeutic targets.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include individuals with social behavior disorders or conditions influenced by oxytocin levels.
Not a fit: Patients with conditions unrelated to oxytocin or social behavior may not receive any benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to new insights and treatments for social behavior disorders linked to oxytocin dysfunction.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results in understanding the role of oxytocin in social behaviors, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
New York, United States
- New York University School of Medicine — New York, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Louie, Kenway — New York University School of Medicine
- Study coordinator: Louie, Kenway
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.