Workshop: Neuroplasticity and Non-Invasive Brain Stimulation Techniques
A.Y. 2024/2025
Learning objectives
The course will provide information on the underlying mechanisms of action, parameters settings and fields of application of the main non-invasive brain stimulation techniques, such as Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS), Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation (tDCS) and an integrated system combining TMS and electroencephalography (TMS-EEG). Examples of use of these techniques in both research and clinical setting will be provided. Practical sessions in the lab will be planned. Individual/group works will be organized.
Expected learning outcomes
The course will provide overall knowledge on the mechanisms of functioning of TMS, tDCS and TMS-EEG and their effects on neuroplasticity.
A practical session in the lab will provide a basic expertise on the use of NIBS, parameters settings, neuronavigation and data analysis
Students will be stimulated to think about the potential applications of these techniques in the domain of artificial intelligence through group work and critical discussion of scientific papers.
A practical session in the lab will provide a basic expertise on the use of NIBS, parameters settings, neuronavigation and data analysis
Students will be stimulated to think about the potential applications of these techniques in the domain of artificial intelligence through group work and critical discussion of scientific papers.
Lesson period: Second semester
Single course
This course cannot be attended as a single course. Please check our list of single courses to find the ones available for enrolment.
Course syllabus and organization
Single session
Lesson period
Second semester
Course syllabus
Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS):
Mechanisms of action
Technical features
Risks and safety
Examples of applications in cognitive neuroscience
Examples of clinical application
Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation (tDCS):
Mechanisms of action
Technical features
Risks and safety
Examples of applications in cognitive neuroscience
Examples of clinical application
Integrated system of Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation and Electroencephalography (TMS-EEG)
Mechanisms of action
Rationale of use
Technical features
Risks and safety
Examples of applications in cognitive neuroscience
Examples of clinical application
Mechanisms of action
Technical features
Risks and safety
Examples of applications in cognitive neuroscience
Examples of clinical application
Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation (tDCS):
Mechanisms of action
Technical features
Risks and safety
Examples of applications in cognitive neuroscience
Examples of clinical application
Integrated system of Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation and Electroencephalography (TMS-EEG)
Mechanisms of action
Rationale of use
Technical features
Risks and safety
Examples of applications in cognitive neuroscience
Examples of clinical application
Prerequisites for admission
Basic knowledge on brain functioning and neuroanatomy
Teaching methods
The teaching method will include frontal lessons (held in person or remotely) and practical sessions held in person in three different laboratories.
Teaching Resources
The teaching materials (relevant scientific articles, slides, guidelines) will be provided during the workshop
Assessment methods and Criteria
Individual or team works will be assigned during the course. Test on techniques use will be foreseen during practical sessions to assess the achievement of the learning objectives
- University credits: 3
Humanities workshops: 36 hours
Professors:
Cosentino Giuseppe, De Icco Roberto, Romero Lauro Leonor Josefina