Understanding how primates perceive uncertainty in visual information
Uncertainty, inference, and introspection in the primate visual system
This study looks at how our brains, along with those of primates, make sense of unclear visual information and how past experiences help us decide what we see, which could help us understand conditions like agnosia and autism better.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Texas at Austin NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Austin, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11094777 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how primates, including humans, process visual information when faced with uncertainty. It explores the neural mechanisms that allow the brain to interpret ambiguous sensory cues by integrating prior experiences and the reliability of sensory signals. By studying these processes, the research aims to uncover how uncertainty influences perception and decision-making. The findings could provide insights into the neural circuits involved in conditions like agnosia and autism.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals with visual perception disorders, including those with agnosia or autism spectrum disorders.
Not a fit: Patients with conditions unrelated to visual perception or cognitive processing may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved treatments for visual perception disorders and cognitive conditions such as autism and schizophrenia.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results in understanding sensory processing and uncertainty in related fields, suggesting that this approach may yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
Austin, United States
- University of Texas at Austin — Austin, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Goris, Robbe L — University of Texas at Austin
- Study coordinator: Goris, Robbe L
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.