Multimodal Investigation of Neural Plasticity

Description

This study will evaluate the effects of a form of non-invasive brain stimulation on brain functioning and memory in cognitively intact older adults (healthy controls, HC) and in those with mild cognitive impairment (MCI).

Conditions

Mild Cognitive Impairment

Study Overview

Study Details

Study overview

This study will evaluate the effects of a form of non-invasive brain stimulation on brain functioning and memory in cognitively intact older adults (healthy controls, HC) and in those with mild cognitive impairment (MCI).

Multimodal Investigation of Neural Plasticity Induced by Non-invasive Brain Stimulation

Multimodal Investigation of Neural Plasticity

Condition
Mild Cognitive Impairment
Intervention / Treatment

-

Contacts and Locations

Ann Arbor

University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States, 48109

Participation Criteria

Researchers look for people who fit a certain description, called eligibility criteria. Some examples of these criteria are a person's general health condition or prior treatments.

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Eligibility Criteria

  • * Normal cognition for HC and diagnosis of Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI) for MCI participants
  • * Right-handedness
  • * Magnetic resonance compatible, criteria that also apply for high definition transcranial direct current stimulation (HD-tDCS; e.g., absence of metallic or electronic implants in the upper body or head)
  • * History of other contributing neurological or medical conditions known to affect cognitive functioning
  • * Significant mental illness
  • * Sensory impairments that limit ability to participate
  • * History of alcohol or drug abuse/dependence

Ages Eligible for Study

60 Years to

Sexes Eligible for Study

ALL

Accepts Healthy Volunteers

Yes

Collaborators and Investigators

University of Michigan,

Alexandru Iordan, PhD, PRINCIPAL_INVESTIGATOR, University of Michigan

Study Record Dates

2026-01