Understanding how the thalamus works in the brain
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Funded at Princeton University · NIH-11079563 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is exploring how a part of the brain called the thalamus works with another part called the cortex, which could help us better understand how our brains control thinking and behavior, and it aims to share this knowledge with everyone.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Princeton University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Princeton, UNITED STATES) |
| Project start | April 3, 2023 |
| Project end | March 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $297,899 |
| NIH project number | 5P50MH132642-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-11079563 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals with cognitive or behavioral disorders, as well as healthy participants for comparative studies.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with conditions unrelated to cognitive or behavioral functions may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research aims to create a detailed model of how the thalamus functions in the human brain by studying its interactions with the cortex. It involves a collaborative effort among various experts using advanced techniques like neuroimaging and electrophysiology. The project will also focus on sharing knowledge and training opportunities with the scientific community and the public. Patients may benefit from improved understanding of brain functions related to cognition and behavior.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better treatments for cognitive and behavioral disorders by enhancing our understanding of brain function.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in understanding brain functions through similar modeling approaches, indicating a promising avenue for this investigation.
Where this research is happening
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Princeton University
Princeton, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Kastner, Sabine — Princeton University
- Study coordinator: Kastner, Sabine
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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.