Using brain-computer interfaces to identify color vision issues in Parkinson's disease patients
Brain-computer interface (BCI)-based identification of color vision deficiencies (CVDs) related to Parkinson’s Disease (PD)
['FUNDING_R21'] · ALBANY RESEARCH INSTITUTE, INC. · NIH-11162312
This study is looking at how special technology can help find color vision problems in people with Parkinson's disease, making it easier to spot these issues early and improve care for patients.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R21'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | ALBANY RESEARCH INSTITUTE, INC. (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (ALBANY, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11162312 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates how brain-computer interfaces (BCIs) can be used to detect color vision deficiencies (CVDs) in individuals with Parkinson's disease (PD). The study aims to develop a new assessment method that is more sensitive and reliable than current approaches, which often fail to accommodate the cognitive and motor challenges faced by PD patients. By identifying CVDs early, the research hopes to provide insights into the prodromal stages of PD, potentially leading to earlier diagnosis and intervention. Participants will undergo BCI-based assessments to evaluate their color vision capabilities.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals diagnosed with Parkinson's disease or those exhibiting early signs of the condition.
Not a fit: Patients without Parkinson's disease or significant cognitive and motor impairments may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to earlier detection of Parkinson's disease, improving treatment outcomes and quality of life for patients.
How similar studies have performed: While the use of brain-computer interfaces in clinical assessments is a novel approach, similar methodologies have shown promise in other areas of cognitive and sensory evaluation.
Where this research is happening
ALBANY, UNITED STATES
- ALBANY RESEARCH INSTITUTE, INC. — ALBANY, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: NORTON, JAMES JOHN STANLEY — ALBANY RESEARCH INSTITUTE, INC.
- Study coordinator: NORTON, JAMES JOHN STANLEY
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: Alzheimer disease dementia, Alzheimer syndrome, Alzheimer's Disease