Scientists design new tasks to unravel the Brain's Decision-Making secrets
NCT ID NCT05707806
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Aug 04, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study is developing and testing new tasks to measure how people learn and make decisions. Researchers will use smells, tastes, pictures, sounds, and even food to see how the brain responds. Some participants will also have an fMRI scan. The goal is to create reliable tests for future studies on substance use disorders.
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National Institute on Drug Abuse
RECRUITINGBaltimore, Maryland, 21224, United States
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