Understanding how the brain controls attention and decision-making
Large-scale recordings in Primate Prefrontal Cortex: Mechanisms of Value and Attention
This study is looking at how the brain helps us pay attention and make decisions by watching how groups of brain cells work together, which could help us understand more about how our minds focus on things.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Stanford University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Stanford, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10914947 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the mechanisms of attention and decision-making in the prefrontal cortex of primates. By utilizing advanced technology to record the activity of many neurons simultaneously, the study aims to decode cognitive processes directly from neural signals rather than relying solely on behavioral observations. The researchers will apply real-time decoding to control stimuli and microstimulation, allowing them to explore how specific neuron populations contribute to cognitive functions. This innovative approach could lead to a deeper understanding of how attention is managed in the brain.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals experiencing attention deficits or related cognitive challenges.
Not a fit: Patients with cognitive impairments unrelated to attention or decision-making may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to new insights and treatments for attention-related disorders such as ADHD.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown promise in using advanced neural recording techniques to understand cognitive processes, indicating that this approach could yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
Stanford, United States
- Stanford University — Stanford, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Moore, Tirin — Stanford University
- Study coordinator: Moore, Tirin
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.