Cognition and Ultrasound
University of Minnesota
Summary
Our primary goal is to investigate the role of Low-Intensity Focused Ultrasound (LIFU) neuromodulation on deep brain targets, and its potential to improve cognition
Eligibility
- Age range
- 18+ years
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- Yes
Inclusion Criteria: * 18 years of age or older * Speak English (as assessed by their ability to read/answer survey questions) * May be required to score in the appropriate range on self-report measures Exclusion Criteria: * They have a neurological disorder which may impact their fMRI scan or cause their reaction to LIFU to differ from that of healthy adults. * They take any psychoactive medication. * They are unable to undergo fMRI scanning due to a contraindication such as claustrophobia, unremovable piercings, pregnancy, the presence of medical devices such as pacemakers, or a movement o…
Interventions
- DeviceLow-Intensity Focused Ultrasound (FUS or LIFU)
We will use an established, currently-marketed device to deliver LIFU neuromodulation.
Location
- University of MinnesotaMinneapolis, Minnesota