Driving human visual cortex, visually and electrically
The development of circuit-based therapeutics to treat neurological and neuropsychiatric diseases require detailed localization and understanding of electrophysiological signals in the human brain. Electrodes can record and stimulate circuits in many ways, and we often rely on non-invasive imaging methods to predict the location to implant electrodes. However, electrophysiological and imaging signals measure the underlying tissue in a fundamentally different manner. To integrate multimodal data and benefit from these complementary measurements, I will describe an approach that considers how different measurements integrate signals across the underlying tissue. I will show how this approach helps relate fMRI and intracranial EEG measurements and provides new insights into how electrical stimulation influences human brain networks.
Virtual launch and webinar: Magnetic Particle Imaging at Monash University
Magnetic Particle Imaging (MPI) is a new non-invasive imaging technique with significantly increased sensitivity over MRI and faster acquisition times than PET and MRI. The MPI capability at the Alfred Research Alliance - Monash Biomedical Imaging site in Melbourne, Australia, is the world’s first MPI system with Computed Tomography (CT) and Hyperthermia capabilities. It provides unique capabilities that open the door to cutting-edge opportunities for interdisciplinary projects in medical research, chemistry and biotechnology. The webinar will involve: * official launch of Magnetic Particle Imaging at Monash University * the MPI system supplier, Magnetic Insight, discussing the world first technology and its potential * presentations from key researchers outlining MPI applications and the benefits of utilising the technology.