Understanding how the brain processes social vocalizations.
Neural circuitry and population dynamics for perception of social vocalizations in the auditory pathway
This study is looking at how mice's brains understand sounds made by other mice, especially in situations like a mother responding to her babies, to learn more about how we all communicate and react to social sounds.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Career grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | New York University School of Medicine NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11032812 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how the brain interprets social vocalizations, which are crucial for survival and social interaction. By studying the auditory pathways in mice, the project aims to uncover the mechanisms that allow the brain to derive meaning from sounds and trigger appropriate behavioral responses. The approach involves advanced imaging techniques and recordings of brain activity to observe how different auditory cues affect behavior, particularly in the context of maternal responses to vocalizations. The findings could provide insights into the neural circuits involved in processing social sounds.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation would be adults interested in the neurological basis of social communication and auditory processing.
Not a fit: Patients with no interest in auditory processing or those who do not have conditions affecting social communication may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could enhance our understanding of auditory processing and its implications for social behavior, potentially informing treatments for communication disorders.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown success in understanding auditory processing and its impact on behavior, suggesting that this approach is grounded in established scientific inquiry.
Where this research is happening
New York, United States
- New York University School of Medicine — New York, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Lemessurier, Amy — New York University School of Medicine
- Study coordinator: Lemessurier, Amy
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.