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Modulation of Spontaneous Cortical Activity by tDCS: BRAIN Initiative I (Ages 19-35, 55-72)

Principal Investigator: Tony Wilson, Ph.D.​

The purpose of this study is to measure the effects of aging on brain activity and to use a therapeutic technique called transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS). Participants will have electrodes placed on their heads while completing a numbering ordering task, then they will undergo a non-invasive magnetoencephalography (MEG) scan while performing visual and attention tasks.

  • Who: Right-handed adults
  • Age: 19-35 years; 55-72 years
  • Compensation: $80 per visit (3 visits)
  • Time: 2.5 hours per visit
  • Visit Type: In-person
  • Location: Institute for Human Neuroscience - Boys Town Campus
  • Requirements: Participants must be right-handed, with no history of substance abuse or dependence.

Contact: 531-355-8920;

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