Understanding how the vestibular system processes balance information
Synaptic Physiology of the Vestibular Periphery
['FUNDING_R01'] · UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS AT CHICAGO · NIH-10898628
This study is looking into how the balance system in our inner ear works and how tiny cells communicate to help us stay upright, which could help us understand balance problems better.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS AT CHICAGO (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (Chicago, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10898628 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates the intricate mechanisms by which the vestibular system, responsible for balance and spatial orientation, processes sensory information. It focuses on the interactions between hair cells and afferent neurons, examining how these cells communicate and transmit signals related to balance. By analyzing the synaptic physiology of the vestibular periphery, the research aims to uncover the complexities of signal transmission and the factors that influence it, which could lead to better understanding of balance disorders.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals experiencing balance issues or vestibular disorders.
Not a fit: Patients with non-vestibular related balance issues or those without any balance disorders may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved treatments for patients suffering from balance disorders.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results in understanding synaptic mechanisms in other sensory systems, suggesting potential for success in this area as well.
Where this research is happening
Chicago, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS AT CHICAGO — Chicago, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: ART, JONATHAN JAMES — UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS AT CHICAGO
- Study coordinator: ART, JONATHAN JAMES
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: ANS Diseases