Understanding how the brain processes visual information
Towards a computationally precise characterization of the human ventral visual pathway
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · GEORGIA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY · NIH-11056035
This study is looking at how our brains recognize what we see, like faces and scenes, by using special technology to see how different parts of the brain react to images, which could help us understand more about how we process visual information.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | GEORGIA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (ATLANTA, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11056035 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates the human ventral visual pathway, which is crucial for visual recognition. By using advanced computational methods and deep neural networks, the study aims to analyze brain responses to various visual stimuli collected through fMRI. The goal is to gain a clearer understanding of how different brain regions respond to images of faces, scenes, and bodies, and to explore the representation of visual information at different processing stages. This could lead to new insights into cognitive abilities related to vision.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals with acquired brain injuries that affect their visual processing abilities.
Not a fit: Patients with intact visual processing capabilities or those without any cognitive impairments may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could enhance our understanding of visual processing in the brain, potentially leading to improved treatments for individuals with visual recognition deficits.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in using computational models to analyze brain function, suggesting that this approach could yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
ATLANTA, UNITED STATES
- GEORGIA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY — ATLANTA, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: RATAN MURTY, N APURVA — GEORGIA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
- Study coordinator: RATAN MURTY, N APURVA
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: Acquired brain injury