Causally modulating brain regions and white matter tracts involved in decision making and learning

The neural correlates of decision making and learning in the human brain are relatively well known. However, the question of which regions are essential, and when, requires a causal approach. Such an approach can advance understanding of neural mechanism and identify new therapeutic targets. Several projects are on offer that make use of non-invasive brain stimulation techniques - transcranial ultrasound stimulation (TUS), transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), transcranial alternating current stimulation (tACS) to causally modulate brain regions and white matter tracts involved in decision making and learning. Students will develop skills in the analysis of human MRI data, the design and coding of task paradigms, and the administration of neuronavigated brain stimulation in a laboratory setting.