Understanding how sleep affects brain function in animals.
Robust circuit computation in freely behaving animals.
['FUNDING_R01'] · WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY · NIH-10906965
This study is looking at how sleep helps keep our brains healthy by watching how it affects brain activity in animals, and it aims to find out how getting enough sleep can improve our thinking and behavior.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (SAINT LOUIS, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10906965 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates the role of sleep in maintaining healthy brain function by examining how sleep influences neural circuits in freely behaving animals. By tracking the activity of hundreds to thousands of neurons over extended periods, the study aims to uncover how sleep restores critical brain functions necessary for cognition and behavior. The researchers will analyze the relationship between sleep, wakefulness, and behavior to develop a comprehensive understanding of brain dynamics. This innovative approach could lead to new insights into the neural mechanisms underlying sleep and its impact on cognitive processes.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for benefiting from this research include individuals with sleep disorders or cognitive impairments related to sleep dysfunction.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have sleep-related issues or cognitive impairments may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could enhance our understanding of sleep's critical role in cognitive health, potentially leading to improved treatments for sleep-related disorders.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown promising results in understanding the relationship between sleep and brain function, indicating that this approach is building on established findings.
Where this research is happening
SAINT LOUIS, UNITED STATES
- WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY — SAINT LOUIS, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: HENGEN, KEITH B. — WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY
- Study coordinator: HENGEN, KEITH B.
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.