Understanding how the brain perceives depth in normal and abnormal vision
Depth perception in normal and abnormal vision
This study is looking at how people with amblyopia or stereo-blindness see depth in the world around them, and it invites participants to try out fun visual tests to help researchers understand how their brains process what they see.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California Berkeley NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Berkeley, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10540696 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how the brain combines visual inputs from both eyes to create a three-dimensional perception of the world. It focuses on individuals with amblyopia and stereo-blindness, conditions that affect depth perception. By employing innovative methods to assess depth perception across various visual scenarios, the study aims to develop a new model that predicts how depth is perceived in different contexts. Patients may participate in assessments that explore their depth perception abilities using specially designed visual stimuli.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates include individuals diagnosed with amblyopia or stereo-blindness, as well as those with normal vision who are willing to participate.
Not a fit: Patients with conditions unrelated to depth perception or those who do not have visual impairments may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved treatments for individuals with depth perception issues, enhancing their visual experiences and daily functioning.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in understanding depth perception mechanisms, but this approach aims to develop a novel model that has not been extensively tested.
Where this research is happening
Berkeley, United States
- University of California Berkeley — Berkeley, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Ding, Jian — University of California Berkeley
- Study coordinator: Ding, Jian
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.