Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation for Executive Function
(STAR Trial)
Trial Summary
What is the purpose of this trial?
The participants will perform a cognitive control task. During the task, rhythmic trains of transcranial magnetic stimulation will be delivered to the prefrontal cortex and parietal cortex. Participants will be screened for their ability to perform the task. Magnetic resonance imaging will be used to localize regions of interest to be targeted. Electroencephalography will be collected concurrent with stimulation.
Research Team
Flavio Frohlich, PhD
Principal Investigator
University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
Eligibility Criteria
This trial is for individuals aged 18-35 with good English, normal or corrected vision without color blindness, and right-handedness. They must be able to consent, follow the study procedures, and show a working memory benefit from certain cues in a pre-screening task. Pregnant women, those with brain injuries or disorders like epilepsy or ADHD under treatment are excluded.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Treatment Details
Interventions
- Theta Connectivity (Behavioural Intervention)
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
Lead Sponsor
Dr. Peggy P. McNaull
University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
Chief Medical Officer
MD from Louisiana State University School of Medicine
Dr. Lynne Fiscus
University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
Chief Executive Officer since 2020
MD from Georgetown University, MPH from UNC
National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH)
Collaborator
Dr. Joshua A. Gordon
National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH)
Chief Executive Officer since 2016
MD, PhD
Dr. Shelli Avenevoli
National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH)
Chief Medical Officer
PhD