Understanding how the brain's prefrontal cortex affects visual attention.
NIH Gonzalez-Amoretti Characterizing PopulationDynamics of Prefrontal Cortex which Govern the Modulation of Visual Processing
['FUNDING_FELLOWSHIP'] · UNIVERSITY OF ROCHESTER · NIH-10913355
This study is looking at how certain parts of the brain help us pay attention to what we see, using monkeys to learn more about how these brain areas work together to focus on different visual things.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_FELLOWSHIP'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF ROCHESTER (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (ROCHESTER, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10913355 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates the role of the prefrontal cortex (PFC) in visual attention by examining how different sub-regions of the PFC interact to modulate visual processing. The study will focus on the frontal eye fields (FEF) and the ventral prearcuate region (VPA) in monkeys to understand how these areas contribute to attention shifts and visual signal processing. By characterizing the neuronal dynamics and communication between these regions, the research aims to uncover the mechanisms that govern how we focus on visual stimuli. This could involve analyzing how the brain integrates information about object identity and spatial location during visual tasks.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals with attention deficits or related cognitive disorders.
Not a fit: Patients with visual processing issues not related to attentional modulation may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved understanding and treatment of attention-related disorders.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results in understanding the role of the prefrontal cortex in attention, suggesting that this approach could yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
ROCHESTER, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF ROCHESTER — ROCHESTER, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: GONZALEZ-AMORETTI, JOHN CARL — UNIVERSITY OF ROCHESTER
- Study coordinator: GONZALEZ-AMORETTI, JOHN CARL
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.
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