Non-invasive brain stimulation in research and therapy.

Journal: Scientific reports

Volume: 14

Issue: 1

Year of Publication: 

Affiliated Institutions:  Azrieli Adult Neurodevelopmental Centre, Centre for Addiction and Mental Health, Toronto, ON, Canada. pushpal.desarkar@camh.ca. Department of Cognitive Science, University of Messina, , Messina, Italy. Department of Psychology and Human Development, IOE, UCL's Faculty of Education and Society, University College London, London, UK.

Abstract summary 

Since the introduction of transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) almost four decades ago, non-invasive brain stimulation (NIBS) techniques have emerged as promising tools to study brain-behaviour relationships in healthy and impaired states with unprecedented precision. Various NIBS techniques, including TMS, transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS), and emerging methods such as transcranial alternating current stimulation (tACS) and transcranial random noise stimulation (tRNS) are employed in both research and clinical settings. TMS has gained regulatory approval for treating conditions like major depressive disorder and migraine, while tDCS is showing efficacy in enhancing cognitive functions in various populations. This collection of articles examines key studies, including the modulation of cognitive-motor functions, optimization of light stimulation for Alzheimer’s therapy, and effects on risk-taking behaviour in violent offenders. Notably, the findings suggest that NIBS can effectively influence executive functions and decision-making processes. They highlight the integration of NIBS with neuroimaging techniques, the importance of personalized targeting, and the potential for combined therapeutic approaches. Future directions include addressing methodological challenges and leveraging artificial intelligence to refine treatment protocols. Collectively, these advancements position NIBS as a transformative tool in both neuroscience research and clinical practice, offering new avenues for understanding and treating complex neuropsychiatric conditions.

Authors & Co-authors:  Desarkar Pushpal P Vicario Carmelo Mario CM Soltanlou Mojtaba M

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Citations :  Barker, A. T., Jalinous, R. & Freeston, I. L. Non-invasive magnetic stimulation of human motor cortex. Lancet1, 1106–1107 (1985).
Authors :  3
Identifiers
Doi : 29334
SSN : 2045-2322
Study Population
Male,Female
Mesh Terms
Other Terms
Non-invasive brain stimulation;Transcranial alternating current stimulation;Transcranial direct current stimulation;Transcranial magnetic stimulation;Transcranial random noise stimulation
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Study Approach
Country of Study
Publication Country
England