New York University · Biomedical EngineeringThe Iron Mind Lab
Mariana Lazar · New York, New York
Research Focus
Dr. Mariana Lazar's lab at NYU School of Medicine focuses on understanding how iron deficits may contribute to cognitive and psychological symptoms in individuals with Psychotic Spectrum Disorders. By using advanced imaging techniques, the lab seeks to explore the relationship between brain iron levels and mental health outcomes, ultimately aiming to develop new treatment strategies for these conditions.
iron metabolismpsychotic spectrum disordersbrain healthMRI imagingcognitive deficitsmental health treatmentadolescent development
Research Aims
5AIM 01Investigate brain iron content in individuals with psychotic spectrum disorders.
AIM 02Assess the relationship between brain iron levels and cognitive abilities.
AIM 03Explore how iron deficiency may affect brain development during adolescence.
AIM 04Identify potential new treatment targets for psychotic symptoms in patients.
AIM 05Examine how changes in brain iron homeostasis relate to mental health outcomes.
Skills the Lab Values
magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)cognitive assessmentsdata interpretationclinical study designneuroimaging analysisstatistical analysisiron quantification techniquespatient interviewsliterature reviewbiological sample analysis
Output against the department
Publications132bottom 27% of dept.434th of 595
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Citations8.6ktop 40% of dept.236th of 595
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