Understanding how the brain makes complex decisions
Mechanisms of multi-attribute decision-making
This study is looking at how our brains make smart choices when faced with complicated decisions, especially when we have to think about different factors at the same time, and it aims to help us understand why some people with mental health issues might struggle with decision-making.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10932265 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how the brain processes information to make optimal decisions, particularly in complex scenarios where multiple attributes must be weighed. It focuses on the orbitofrontal cortex, a brain region crucial for decision-making, and aims to develop a comprehensive model of how this area functions during multi-attribute choices. By employing a multi-modal approach, the research will explore different frameworks of decision formation, including how values of various attributes are integrated or compete against each other. This could provide insights into decision-making deficits commonly seen in psychiatric disorders.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals with psychiatric disorders that affect decision-making abilities.
Not a fit: Patients without any decision-making deficits or those not diagnosed with psychiatric disorders may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved understanding and treatment of decision-making deficits in patients with psychiatric disorders.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown success in understanding decision-making processes in the brain, making this approach both relevant and promising.
Where this research is happening
New York, United States
- Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai — New York, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Rich, Erin L — Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
- Study coordinator: Rich, Erin L
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.