Neurochemical predictors of cognition and the impact of brain stimulation (2023–2026)
Abstract:
This project aims to determine how neurochemical equilibrium between excitation and inhibition (E/I balance),
across the brain, is associated with executive function and how this balance is influenced by non-invasive brain
stimulation. Brain stimulation shows immense promise for enhancing executive function in applied settings, but
the neurochemical basis for this is unknown. Using advanced imaging and stimulation techniques, the project
aims to provide comprehensive insights into the causal relationship between stimulation, E/I balance and
executive function. Outcomes and benefits include identifying neurochemical characteristics that determine
stimulation efficacy and informing the design of protocols for applied use