Understanding how the medial temporal lobe affects visual perception and memory.
Official title: Visual perception and the medial temporal lobes
Funded at University of California at Davis · NIH-10869131 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how changes in a part of the brain called the medial temporal lobe can affect how we see and remember things, especially for people with Alzheimer's Disease, to help us understand why some might struggle with tasks like driving.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California at Davis NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Davis, United States) |
| Project start | July 1, 2024 |
| Project end | June 30, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $605,903 |
| NIH project number | 1R01EY035249-01A1 |
| Project ID | NIH-10869131 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer's Disease, as well as those with other conditions affecting the medial temporal lobe.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with visual perception issues not related to medial temporal lobe dysfunction may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the role of the medial temporal lobe (MTL) in visual perception and working memory, particularly in individuals with conditions like Alzheimer's Disease. It aims to understand how damage or age-related changes in the MTL can disrupt our ability to perceive complex visual scenes, such as while driving. The study will utilize a combination of psychophysical methods, eye tracking, and brain imaging to explore these processes in both healthy individuals and patients with MTL lesions. By addressing these questions, the research seeks to enhance our understanding of visual cognition and its implications for various neurological conditions.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved diagnostic and therapeutic strategies for patients with visual perception deficits related to Alzheimer's Disease and other conditions.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promising results in understanding the role of the medial temporal lobe in memory and perception, suggesting that this approach could yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
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University of California at Davis
Davis, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Yonelinas, Andrew P — University of California at Davis
- Study coordinator: Yonelinas, Andrew P
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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.