Brain Stimulation for Working Memory

Modulation of Brain Oscillations Underlying Working Memory

Recruiting N/A Interventional Study
Working Memory
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At a Glance
Age
18 – 35
Sex
Any
Study type
Interventional
Purpose
Basic Science
Participants needed
32 (estimated)
Sponsor
Massachusetts General Hospital · Other
Who this trial is looking for

This trial is looking for people to help study how brain stimulation affects working memory. Participants will receive a noninvasive treatment that uses weak electric currents on the scalp while their brain activity is recorded.

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?

You may be able to join if

  • I can provide informed consent
  • I am fluent in English

You may not be able to join if

  • I have a history of a neurological or psychiatric disorder
  • I currently take psychotropic medications
  • I currently use substances or drugs that affect brain stimulation
  • I have contraindications for brain stimulation

Summarized in plain language from this trial's official eligibility criteria. The full criteria are further down this page — only the research team can confirm whether you qualify.

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About This Trial

This study will use novel transcranial alternating current stimulation (tACS) protocols and electroencephalography (EEG) to modulate and measure brain oscillations that underlie working memory. tACS is a noninvasive method used to modulate the timing and patterns of brain rhythms via weak electric currents passed through electrodes on the scalp.

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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Able to provide informed consent * Fluent in English. Exclusion Criteria: * History of a neurological/psychiatric disorder * Current use of psychotropic medications * Current use of substances and drugs that were shown to affect tES (transcranial electrical stimulation) effi…
Contacts

Allyson Smith, B.S.

(617) 726-1040

asmith192@mgh.harvard.edu

CONTACT

Hamdi Eryilmaz, Ph.D.

(617) 643-7462

hamdi.eryilmaz@mgh.harvard.edu

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