Understanding how the brain predicts and processes information
Testing the Mechanisms, Layers, and Frequencies of Prediction Encoding and its Violation
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · VANDERBILT UNIVERSITY · NIH-10649617
This study looks at how our brains use past experiences to make predictions about what we see and feel, and it aims to help people understand how this process might be linked to challenges in social situations for those with conditions like autism.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | VANDERBILT UNIVERSITY (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (Nashville, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10649617 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates how the brain forms predictions based on past experiences and sensory information. It explores the concept of predictive coding, where the brain continuously updates its internal models to match incoming data. By examining how prediction errors occur when expectations are not met, the study aims to uncover the underlying mechanisms of cognitive functions and their implications for various brain disorders. Patients may benefit from insights into how cognitive disorders, such as autism, relate to prediction failures in social interactions.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates include individuals with cognitive disorders, particularly those experiencing difficulties in social interactions.
Not a fit: Patients with purely physical health issues unrelated to cognitive function may not receive benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved understanding and treatment strategies for cognitive disorders.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results in understanding cognitive functions through predictive coding, indicating that this approach has potential for significant insights.
Where this research is happening
Nashville, UNITED STATES
- VANDERBILT UNIVERSITY — Nashville, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: BASTOS, ANDRE MORAES — VANDERBILT UNIVERSITY
- Study coordinator: BASTOS, ANDRE MORAES
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.
Conditions: Brain Diseases, Brain Disorders, Encephalon Diseases