Do ongoing cognitive demands affect the efficacy of transcranial electrical brain stimulation in young and older healthy adults? [ 2017 - ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Jason Mattingley (Principal investigator) ,  A/Pr Paul Dux ,  Prof Hartwig Siebner

Brief description Transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) of the brain is widely used to enhance cognitive and motor function in healthy individuals and people with neurological disorders. Unfortunately, the efficacy of tDCS is highly variable between individuals. This project tests the hypothesis that ongoing cognitive processes – particularly attention – play an important role in regulating the effect of tDCS on brain function. The knowledge gained will help refine tDCS as a clinical and research tool.

Funding Amount $627,857.00

Funding Scheme Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant