The Center for Neurodevelopment and Imaging Research at Kennedy Krieger Institute is investigating motor development and visual-motor integration using a new, innovative tool. In collaboration with the Center for Imaging Science at Johns Hopkins University, we have created and tested a new method for assessing visual-motor development using motion-capture cameras and Computervision software. Adults participating in this study can complete either:
Option 1 Two visits, each three hours long, include a brief cognitive assessment, computer-based motor activities, questionnaires, and a dancelike, imitation activity. The dancelike imitation activity requires participants to copy the body movements of an avatar on a TV screen while being recorded by 2D and 3D motion-capture cameras. Participants complete the dancelike imitation activity once per visit. Videos are then processed using a novel analytic process. Participants who complete both visits will receive $100 payable by Amazon gift card or check.
Option 2 One visit, three hours long, includes a brief cognitive assessment, computer-based motor activities, questionnaires, and a single session of the dancelike, imitation activity. Participants who complete one visit will receive $50 payable by Amazon gift card or check.
Contact CNIR@kennedykrieger.org to learn more about our research study.
