Understanding how the brain coordinates both hands for common tasks
Sensorimotor control of common-goal bimanual coordination
This study is looking at how our brains help us use both hands together for tasks, and it's aimed at healthy adults to learn more about how this works, which could eventually help people with conditions like stroke or cerebral palsy.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Central Florida NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Orlando, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11044048 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how the brain controls both hands when performing tasks that require them to work together. It focuses on understanding the neural mechanisms involved in bimanual coordination, especially in healthy adults, to inform future clinical interventions for patients with neurological disorders like stroke and cerebral palsy. The study will involve participants completing a virtual object manipulation task where the demands on their hands will change, allowing researchers to observe how the brain adapts to these challenges. By analyzing brain activity during these tasks, the research aims to uncover insights that could lead to improved therapies for those with coordination impairments.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include adults with neurological disorders affecting bimanual coordination, such as stroke or cerebral palsy.
Not a fit: Patients with conditions unrelated to bimanual coordination or those under 21 years old may not receive benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective rehabilitation strategies for patients with coordination difficulties due to neurological conditions.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in understanding bimanual coordination, but this specific focus on common-goal tasks is relatively novel.
Where this research is happening
Orlando, United States
- University of Central Florida — Orlando, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Fu, Qiushi — University of Central Florida
- Study coordinator: Fu, Qiushi
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.