Award
NIH Reporter #11306991
Roles of parvalbumin-expressing neurons in primate cortical processing
Recipient
University of Washington
Award Amount
$50,114.00
Ceiling
$50,114.00
Awarded
March 19, 2026
Identifier
11306991
Research project at University of Washington studying the role of parvalbumin-expressing neurons in primate brain processing using optogenetics and Neuropixel recordings, funded for $50,114.
Description
This project aims to determine if PV+ neurons in the primate brain mediate gain control, using cell-type specific optogenetics and high-density Neuropixel recordings in primates. The research will be conducted at the University of Washington under Dr. Gregory Horwitz, with a focus on neurophysiology, optogenetics, hardware engineering, and data analysis. The project supports professional development through scientific communication, mentorship, and teaching.