Neural Basis of Human Working Memory
Vanderbilt University Medical Center
Summary
This ClinicalTrials.gov entry corresponds to the Neural Basis of Human Working Memory protocol approved under Vanderbilt University Medical Center IRB #251231. This study investigates the neural activity underlying human working memory, via local field potential changes (macro level) and/or single neuronal spiking changes (micro level) from depth electrodes placed for invasive seizure monitoring. Subjects will complete neurocognitive tasks while neural recordings are collected. Some patients will complete neurocognitive tasks while stimulation is applied via depth electrodes. Further understanding the neural activity changes underlying normal and impaired working memory may help to identify novel diagnostic methods and treatments for impaired working memory and may support the use of stimulation for treatment of memory disorders.
Eligibility
- Age range
- 18+ years
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- No
Inclusion Criteria: * Undergoing SEEG monitoring at Vanderbilt University Medical Center * Age \>18 * English speaking Exclusion Criteria: * Age \<18 * Not able to complete questionnaires (unable to comprehend instructions or follow directions)
Location
- Vanderbilt University Medical CenterNashville, Tennessee