Scientists use powerful MRI to uncover brain secrets behind flexible thinking
NCT ID NCT07217652
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study uses high-resolution 7-Tesla MRI to examine how a part of the brain called the mediodorsal thalamus supports flexible thinking and decision-making. One hundred healthy adults will perform computer tasks while their brain activity is scanned. The goal is to understand why people with conditions like schizophrenia and ADHD often struggle with cognitive flexibility.
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What this could lead to
If successful, this research could reveal how the brain's thalamus supports flexible thinking, potentially guiding future treatments for cognitive problems in schizophrenia and ADHD.
What could go wrong
This is an early-stage observational study, not a treatment trial. It may not lead directly to new therapies, and results may not apply to all patients.
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The University of Iowa
RECRUITINGIowa City, Iowa, 52242, United States
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