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What we do, in brief

Our laboratory explores brain-behavior relationships through an integrative approach combining advanced neuroimaging, innovative behavioral paradigms, and comprehensive neuropsychological assessment.

MOTUM

We developed MOTUM, an MRI-compatible motion tracking system which streams and records kinematics in real-time in virtual reality. We are currently designing multiple experiments that leverage MOTUM's unique capabilities to study naturalistic behaviors during brain imaging.

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Sensorimotor Integration

We map neural networks underlying sensorimotor integration, examining kinematics relationship with motor-evoked activity, focusing on distinct sets of frontoparietal circuitries underlying specific ethologically-relevant behaviors.

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Brain connections at work

We leverage advanced analytics to evaluate models of how brain regions communicate and exert influence on each other to support mental computations.

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A passion for brain maps

We study individual brains in detail to identify specific cortical regions, their functions, and their connections.

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Virtual worlds for a new neuropsychology

We develop interactive, immersive experiences for a new generation of neuropsychological tests, and for studying the brain in more ecological settings.

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Brain imaging needs behavior

We design and validate novel tasks for onsite and web-based assessment of cognitive abilities and brain functioning, in combination with neuroimaging and neurosurgical procedures.

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