Understanding how the brain makes decisions based on changing information
Official title: Cognitive and Neural Strategies for Latent Feature Inference
Funded at University of Colorado · NIH-10878942 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is exploring how our brains learn to make decisions by noticing important details in our surroundings over time, and it's designed for anyone interested in understanding how we adapt our thinking and choices.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Career grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Colorado NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boulder, UNITED STATES) |
| Project start | July 1, 2023 |
| Project end | June 30, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $130,354 |
| NIH project number | 5K99NS127855-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10878942 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals interested in understanding cognitive processes related to decision-making and those experiencing cognitive challenges.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with severe cognitive impairments that prevent participation in decision-making tasks may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates how humans learn and adapt their decision-making strategies by identifying key features in their environment over different timescales. It focuses on the brain's ability to accumulate evidence for decisions, utilizing both short-term and long-term memory processes, particularly in the hippocampus. By employing computational modeling alongside behavioral and electrophysiological experiments, the study aims to uncover the cognitive strategies and neural mechanisms involved in flexible decision-making. This interdisciplinary approach aligns with the BRAIN initiative's goals to connect behavior with brain function.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could enhance our understanding of decision-making processes, potentially leading to improved strategies for treating cognitive dysfunctions.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promising results in understanding decision-making through similar interdisciplinary approaches, indicating potential for success in this area.
Where this research is happening
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University of Colorado
Boulder, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Eissa, Tahra — University of Colorado
- Study coordinator: Eissa, Tahra
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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.