Brain and Behaviour
The Brain and Behaviour group investigates the neural bases of a variety of cognitive functions in healthy humans as well as in patients suffering from mental or neurological disorders. Its work draws on diverse approaches including psychophysics, cognitive modelling, neuroimaging and neurostimulation.
The group has access to MRI facilities via CUBIC and there are on-site EEG, tDCS and TMS laboratories, a Baby Lab and driving simulator, as well as a wealth of other experimental equipment. There are three broad research themes within the group.
Action Representation
This research addresses the neural bases of motor control and the mental representation of action within the self and within others.
Cognitive Control
This research addresses the neural bases of attentional control and control functions in memory processes and perception, as well as brain correlates of behavioural control.
Neural Modulators and Neuroplasticity
This research addresses the influence of nutrition, drugs, hormones and structural brain changes on behaviour and neural functioning.
Group Members
Adrian Banks, Caroline Catmur, Alexandra Clifford, Phil Dean, Henriette Hogh, Chris Hope, Adam McNamara, Bertram Opitz, Paul Sauseng, Ellen Seiss, Paul Sowden, Annette Sterr (Group Leader)