Understanding how the brain controls movement during learning
Deconstructing Functional Circuits of Motor Cortex During Motor Learning
This study is looking at how a part of the brain called the primary motor cortex helps control movements and learns new skills, using mice to find out how different brain connections work together during this process.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California, San Diego NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (La Jolla, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11046640 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the primary motor cortex (M1), a key area in the brain responsible for generating body movements. By studying mice, the researchers aim to understand how M1 processes information from various brain regions and how this processing changes during motor learning. The study will explore the roles of long-range inputs and local connections in shaping the activity of M1 neurons, providing insights into the neural mechanisms underlying motor control and learning.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for benefiting from this research include individuals with motor disorders or conditions affecting motor learning, such as Multiple Sclerosis.
Not a fit: Patients with non-motor related neurological conditions may not receive any benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved treatments for motor disorders by enhancing our understanding of motor learning processes.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown success in understanding motor control through similar approaches, indicating a promising avenue for further exploration.
Where this research is happening
La Jolla, United States
- University of California, San Diego — La Jolla, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Komiyama, Takaki — University of California, San Diego
- Study coordinator: Komiyama, Takaki
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.