University of Minnesota-Twin Cities · NeuroscienceCooper Neurotherapeutics Lab
Scott E Cooper · Minneapolis, Minnesota
Research Focus
Dr. Scott E. Cooper's lab at the University of Minnesota focuses on improving treatment strategies for Parkinson's disease, particularly symptoms related to postural instability and gait disorders. By employing advanced brain imaging and computational modeling, the lab seeks to tailor deep brain stimulation (DBS) therapies to individual patients. This personalized approach aims to enhance the effectiveness of DBS by identifying and targeting specific neural pathways involved in these debilitating symptoms.
Parkinson's DiseaseDeep Brain StimulationPostural InstabilityGait DisordersBrain ImagingComputational ModelingNeural PathwaysPatient-Specific Therapy
Research Aims
3AIM 01Investigate how different DBS targeting strategies affect gait and postural stability in Parkinson's disease.
AIM 02Tailor DBS settings to optimize treatment effectiveness for individual patients.
AIM 03Compare the impact of various neural pathways on the effectiveness of DBS in relieving symptoms.
Skills the Lab Values
Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS)MRI ImagingDiffusion Tensor ImagingComputational ModelingElectrode Placement TechniquesData AnalysisExperimental DesignClinical TrialsPatient Assessment
Output against the department
Publications90bottom 29% of dept.472nd of 671
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Citations3.3kbottom 25% of dept.503rd of 671
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