The role of the cortex and basal ganglia in the control of voluntary movement
Dr Matthew Brett
Department of Physiology, University of Oxford
February 1996-Jan 1999
Department of Physiology, University of Oxford
February 1996-Jan 1999
A number of conditions, including stroke and Alzheimer's disease, can damage brain circuitry and prevent a patient using the tools that they need for everyday life, such as a fork or a toothbrush. This project used new imaging techniques to explore what is wrong in the circuitry and design new methods of treatment and rehabilitation.