Research Themes

Personalised NIBS: the modulatory effects of non-invasive brain stimulation (NIBS) vary widely across techniques, including transcranial electrical stimulation (tDCS, tACS), magnetic (TMS), and ultrasonic (TUS) stimulation. I am interested in how personalised NIBS can enhance the reliability of neuromodulatory effects. 

Clinical application of NIBS: brain stimulation shows promise as an alternative therapy across several clinical domains. My focus is on the neuroplastic effects of NIBS in movement disorders, such as stroke, and mood disorders, such as depression.

Motor Imagery: the dynamic simulation of a motor act (e.g., hammering a nail), motor imagery requires the same neural network as motor execution. I am interested in its role in movement planning and execution.

TUS and deep brain targets: transcranial ultrasonic stimulation (TUS) stands out for its ability to reach deep brain regions with high precision. As a relatively new technique, I am interested in its effects on clinically relevant and precise subcortical regions.