Single neurons in the medial superior temporal area (MST) of Rhesus monkeys have been found to show selective responses to visual stimuli simulating the motion seen as a result of observer self movement. In the monkey neurophysiology laboratory we are continuing studies of the responses of these neurons to visual stimuli. In a collaboration with researchers at College de France (co-sponsored by a grant from the Human Frontiers Scientific Program, 1996-1999, P1 Werner Graf) we are investigating the response properties of neurons in a variety of cortical areas. These neurons are being tested to identify and characterize interactions between visual cues about self-movement with non-visual cues about self-movement. Our work focuses on neurons in the MST, where we have successfully recorded such responses (see Figure). Work in France focuses on similar experiments in the ventral intraparietal area (VIP).

Agency
National Institute of Health (NIH)
Institute
National Center for Research Resources (NCRR)
Type
Biotechnology Resource Grants (P41)
Project #
5P41RR009283-05
Application #
6122969
Study Section
Project Start
1998-09-23
Project End
1999-07-31
Budget Start
1997-10-01
Budget End
1998-09-30
Support Year
5
Fiscal Year
1998
Total Cost
Indirect Cost
Name
University of Rochester
Department
Type
DUNS #
208469486
City
Rochester
State
NY
Country
United States
Zip Code
14627
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