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Measuring and currents produced by a Transcranial Magnetic Stimulator (TMS) in models of the human head.
Supervisor:Prof Andrew Wood
Suitable year level:3rd-5th year
Project Description
TMS is a relatively new technique for stimulating areas of the brain
cortex and peripheral nerves. BSI possesses a MagstimTM
facility which is
currently being used in volunteer experiments studying the way the brain
processes information. It is important to accurately predict the current
density induced in the brain tissue. This can be done using mathematical
modelling or by constructing a ‘phantom’ of the head and using a probe to
measure the current directly. We have used a cylinder or a spheroid filled
with salt solution to do this, but now want to study the effects of
multiple layers (with differing salt concentration) within the head.
The role of the student is to plot the magnitude and direction of the
This project may be eligible for the ACRBR student prize. For more information read the
flyer or download the application form.
Expectations/Assessment
To be negotiated with the management team. A technical report will be required summarising the outcomes of the project.
Pre-requisite Knowledge
Nil, training will be given, however an acquaintance with Maxwell’s equations would be useful.
Nil, training will be given, however a knowledge of image analysis software would be useful.
Further details:awood @ swin.edu.au
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