Brain Zapping for Cognitive Enhancement
Trial Summary
What is the purpose of this trial?
The goal of this clinical trial is to learn about the effects of transcranial electric stimulation on attentional control and brain dynamics in healthy adults. The main questions are: Does stimulation affect how subjects exert attentional control? Do mathematical models predict brain activity changes in response to stimulation? Participants will have electroencephalography (EEG) brain data recorded while: They sit relaxed They receive stimulation, while relaxed They receive stimulation while completing computerized tasks to measure cognitive abilities ("cognitive tasks") They receive sham (ineffective) stimulation during cognitive tasks
Eligibility Criteria
This trial is for healthy adults aged 18-45 who can perform cognitive tasks. It's not suitable for those with cognitive or motor function disorders, scalp issues, head injuries with lasting effects, seizure history, or those on certain medications.Exclusion Criteria
Timeline
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Treatment
Participants receive transcranial electrical stimulation (tES) and sham stimulation while EEG data is recorded during resting-state and cognitive task conditions
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for any delayed effects of stimulation and cognitive performance
Treatment Details
Interventions
- Transcranial electrical stimulation (tES)
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Washington University School of Medicine
Lead Sponsor