Award
National Institute of Mental Health 5R01MH128277-05
Sensitive periods for interneuron development supporting cognitive flexibility
Recipient
NEW YORK STATE PSYCHIATRIC INSTITUTE DBA RESEARCH FOUNDATION FOR MENTAL HYGIENE, INC, NY, UNITED STATES
Award Amount
$562,115.00
Ceiling
$562,115.00
Awarded
July 10, 2026
Identifier
5R01MH128277-05
The award supports research investigating how GABAergic interneurons in the prefrontal cortex develop and support cognitive flexibility, which is impaired in various neuropsychiatric disorders. The study explores developmental periods and mechanisms influencing prefrontal circuitry and cognitive function.
Description
This project focuses on the development and function of interneurons in the prefrontal cortex related to cognitive flexibility, with implications for psychiatric disorders. It involves developmental studies and behavioral assessments in mice, with a multi-year funding period.