Researchers find brain circuit for stable eye gaze develops independently of sensory input, similar in humans and zebrafish.

Researchers at NYU found that a brain circuit enabling the eyes to stabilize gaze during movement matures early in life without needing sensory input. Using zebrafish, similar to humans in this reflex, they discovered the vestibulo-ocular reflex develops independently of feedback from vision or balance organs. This could aid in understanding and treating balance and eye movement disorders like strabismus.

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