Using non-invasive methods to stimulate the cerebellum for improved brain function.
Official title: Modulation of Cerebellar Activity by Electrical and Focused Ultrasound Stimulation
Funded at New Jersey Institute of Technology · NIH-10694518 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how safe, non-surgical methods like Focused Ultrasound and Transcranial Electrical Stimulation can help improve brain function and behavior for people with conditions related to the cerebellum, which affects movement, thinking, and emotions.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | New Jersey Institute of Technology NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Newark, United States) |
| Project start | May 1, 2022 |
| Project end | April 30, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $813,789 |
| NIH project number | 4R01NS122741-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10694518 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include individuals experiencing cognitive or emotional challenges potentially related to cerebellar dysfunction.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with conditions unrelated to cerebellar function or those who have contraindications for brain stimulation techniques may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates how non-invasive techniques, such as Focused Ultrasound (FUS) and Transcranial Electrical Stimulation (tES), can modulate activity in the cerebellum, a brain region traditionally associated with motor control but also involved in cognition and emotion. By targeting the cerebellar nuclei, the study aims to explore the potential therapeutic effects on various disorders linked to cerebellar dysfunction. Patients may benefit from these innovative stimulation methods without the need for surgical procedures, making participation more accessible. The research will involve assessing the effects of these stimulation techniques on brain function and behavior.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to new, non-invasive treatments for cognitive and emotional disorders linked to cerebellar dysfunction.
How similar studies have gone: Previous studies have shown promising results with non-invasive brain stimulation techniques, indicating potential for success in this novel approach.
Where this research is happening
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New Jersey Institute of Technology
Newark, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Sahin, Mesut — New Jersey Institute of Technology
- Study coordinator: Sahin, Mesut
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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.