Understanding how the brain controls movement using advanced AI techniques
Elucidating Principles of Sensorimotor Control using Deep Learning
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · YALE UNIVERSITY · NIH-10938731
This study is exploring how the brain helps us move our bodies in purposeful ways, using smart technology to understand the connections between our brain activity and our movements, which could lead to better treatments for movement-related conditions.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | YALE UNIVERSITY (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (NEW HAVEN, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10938731 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates how neural circuits in the brain coordinate purposeful movements by analyzing complex interactions within the musculoskeletal system. By utilizing advanced artificial intelligence methods inspired by biological processes, the project aims to create models that link neural activity to behavior. The research will involve collecting and interpreting large datasets of neural and behavioral information to develop a comprehensive framework that can predict how changes in neural circuits affect movement. This innovative approach could lead to new insights into sensorimotor control and its underlying mechanisms.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals with conditions affecting movement or those interested in the underlying mechanisms of sensorimotor control.
Not a fit: Patients with no interest in movement disorders or those not affected by any sensorimotor issues may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could enhance our understanding of movement control, potentially leading to improved treatments for movement disorders.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown promise in using AI to model neural circuits, indicating that this approach could yield significant insights.
Where this research is happening
NEW HAVEN, UNITED STATES
- YALE UNIVERSITY — NEW HAVEN, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: SAXENA, SHREYA — YALE UNIVERSITY
- Study coordinator: SAXENA, SHREYA
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.