Neural Mechanisms of the Contextual Interference Effect: A fNIRs and EEG Study
Completed · Phase 1
Conditions studied: Healthy Individuals, Learning
In brief
The overall goal of this study is to gain insight into the neural mechanisms of learning multiple tasks. By examination of cognitive and behavioral output during the performance and learning of several computer maze tasks, and through a detailed examination of the neural activity obtained from functional near-infrared (fNIR) and electroencephalography (EEG), it may be possible to gain insight into the impact of the amount of practice and the organization of practice has on learning fine motor skills. This insight may provide direction as to how to better develop instructional and rehabilitation protocols in addition to clinical interventions to facilitate recovery of function, relearning and transfer of cognitive and fine motor skills based upon neural responses to physical practice.
Key facts
- Study ID
- NCT01134978
- Run by
- Drexel University
- People needed
- 20
- Starts
- 2007-11-01
- Expected to finish
- 2011-06-01
- Last updated by the study team
- 2011-11-07
Who can join
Age: 18 and older, up to 55. Sex: any. Healthy volunteers: accepted.
You may qualify if…
- 18 to 55 years of age
- vision correctable to 20/20
- right-handed
- English is first language or learned English before age of 5 years
You may not qualify if…
- 17 years or younger and 56 years or older
- pregnant
- have latex or tape adhesives allergies
- self-exclude if:
- had a history of seizures, head injury or neurological dysfunction
- history or diagnosis of depression, schizophrenia or social phobia
- previous admission to alcohol/drug treatment program or diagnosis of alcohol/drug abuse
- take medications know to affect neurological function.
Where it is running
- Cognitive Motor Movement Neuroscience Lab (CoMMoNS) - rm 3612 NCB, Drexel University — Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
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