Develop a brain electrical stimulation paradigm to control brain processes and behavior (Sep 2021 – Present)
The skills and knowledge we acquire reside within our brains. If we have an understanding of the brain activity patterns associated with valuable skills, knowledge, or behaviors, could we potentially encode this information into one’s brain through external stimulation? This project explores the potential of brain electrical stimulation to influence brain activity, cognitive processes, and behavior. This study pushes the boundaries of brain stimulation techniques for controlling neural population activity, paving the way for future developments in neuromodulation technology.
Reveal a monkey’s ability for prospective thinking in solving a maze game (Sep 2019 – May 2021)
The decision-making process is closely interrelated with the process of learning. Monkeys are frequently employed as subjects in scientific research about learning and decision making due to their capability to engage in comparatively intricate tasks compared to other animal subjects. In this study, I evaluated their ability to make prospective decisions through forward thinking by developing a novel maze task.