Investigating how the brain perceives and pays attention using EEG
EEG Study of the Rhythmic Nature of Human Visual Perception and Attention
This study is trying to see how the brain processes what we see and pays attention by recording brain activity in healthy young adults while they do simple visual tasks.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 200 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 35 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Università Vita-Salute San Raffaele Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Milan) |
| Trial ID | NCT06236399 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study involves 200 healthy volunteers aged 18 to 35 to explore the neural mechanisms underlying visual perception and attention. Participants will undergo non-invasive electroencephalogram (EEG) recordings while performing simple visual tasks on a computer. The study aims to understand the role of neural oscillations in these cognitive processes, contributing to our knowledge of brain function in the general population. As a low-risk intervention, it poses no known adverse effects.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are healthy individuals aged 18 to 35 with normal or corrected-to-normal vision and hearing.
Not a fit: Patients with a history of severe neurological or psychiatric conditions may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance our understanding of cognitive processes, potentially leading to improved interventions for attention-related disorders.
How similar studies have performed: While similar studies using EEG to investigate cognitive processes have shown promise, this specific approach is novel in its focus on the rhythmic nature of perception and attention.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * age between 18 and 35 years * able/willing to sign the informed consent * normal or corrected-to-normal vision and hearing Exclusion Criteria: - history of severe/major neurological or psychiatric conditions
Where this trial is running
Milan
- IRCCS Ospedale San Raffaele — Milan, Italy (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Luca Ronconi, PhD
- Email: ronconi.luca@unisr.it
- Phone: 0226434887
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.