Exploring Neurophysiological Markers of Brain Health
Exploring Markers of Brain Health With EEG and TMS: A Pilot Study
The University of Texas at Dallas
63 participants
Sep 3, 2025
INTERVENTIONAL
Conditions
Summary
The combination of transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) and electroencephalography (EEG) has been suggested as a promising brain imaging tool for identifying biomarkers of brain health. In this pilot study, study investigators will explore the neurophysiological metrics of brain health with a non-invasive brain imaging technique, alongside behavioral and fMRI metrics collected through another study (NCT04869111).
Eligibility
Inclusion Criteria7
- Must be an active brain imaging participant in The BrainHealth Project (NCT04869111)
- Minimum age of 22
- Fluent in English
- Able to read \& hear information over a computer
- Must pass an MRI safety screener to assess the presence of contraindicators for MRI compatibility (i.e., non-removable metal within/on the body, claustrophobia, pregnancy, non-correctable vision problems, head trauma, and CNS disease)or other standard requirements as determined by the Imaging Center.
- Must pass a modified TMS Adult Safety Screen
- Meet all criteria for study as determined by the study physician
Exclusion Criteria11
- A diagnosis of a neurodegenerative disease
- A history of stroke, concussion, or brain injury that currently hinders them from functioning at their prior level
- A diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder that currently hinders them from functioning independently.
- Metallic brain implants or fragments (like a shunt, pacemaker, clips, coils, bullet fragments, cochlear implants)
- Magnetically activated implants or electronically implanted devices
- Medication pumps
- Personal or family history of epilepsy, seizure(s), seizure disorder.
- History of, or risk factors for syncope (fainting)
- Report significant cognitive challenges
- Report untreated health issues (like substance abuse, hypertension, hypo- or hyper-thyroidism)
- Have claustrophobia
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Interventions
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NCT06731452