Simultaneous fMRI and TUS-based Neurostimulation
Summary
We are seeking healthy adults to participate in a brain imaging (MRI) study. Your participation will contribute to research that aims to explore the feasibility and effectiveness of a neurostimulation technique called Transcranial Ultrasound Stimulation (TUS). The research study aims to help develop non-invasive treatments for various neurological and psychiatric disorders. The time commitment for this study requires five in-person visits of 2-3 hours each at the Seaman Family MR Research Centre at Foothills Hospital and one remote questionnaire.
Eligibility
Eligible ages: 18 to 40
Accepts healthy participants: Yes
Inclusion criteria:
• Aged 18-40
• Healthy
• Availability to participate in all sessions over five weeks
• Normal to corrected vision
• Normal hearing
Exclusion criteria:
• Implanted devices (e.g., pacemaker)
• Pregnancy
• History of neurological or psychiatric disorders
• Personal or family history of seizures, mood, or cardiovascular disorder
• Ear trauma
• Alcohol or drug dependency
• Use of prescription medications for mental health or blood pressure
• Legal incapacity
• Inability to communicate with research staff
Participate
Fill out the following form if you want to participate in this research
Collection of personal information
Your personal information is collected under
the authority of section 33(c) of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. If
you have any questions about the collection or use of this information, please visit our
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Additional information
Contact information
Please contact Courtney Collins at courtney.collins@ucalgary.ca or 403-210-6739 for more information.
Principal investigator:
G. Bruce Pike
Clinical trial:
No
REB-ID:
REB24-1003