University of Iowa · NeuroscienceMotor Control and Deep-Brain Stimulation Lab
Jan R Wessel · Iowa City, Iowa
Research Focus
Dr. Jan R. Wessel's research focuses on understanding the effects of deep-brain stimulation (DBS) on motor control, specifically in patients with Parkinson's disease. His lab investigates the paradoxical effects of DBS on the ability to inhibit movements, exploring how different factors such as the location of the stimulation leads and brain connectivity influence motor function. This research aims to improve therapeutic approaches for treating Parkinson's disease and provides insights into fundamental brain mechanisms controlling movement.
Parkinson's diseasedeep-brain stimulationmotor controlinhibitory controlcortical dynamicsneurosurgerybrain connectivityEEG
Research Aims
3AIM 01Investigate how lead placement of DBS influences motor inhibition
AIM 02Examine cortico-STN connectivity and its effect on behavior
AIM 03Assess task-related cortical dynamics during motor control tasks
Skills the Lab Values
EEG recordingstop-signal taskdata analysis in behavioral experimentsneuroimaging techniquesexperimental designpatient assessmentsignal processingresearch ethics
Output against the department
Publications118bottom 41% of dept.393rd of 671
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Citations6.6kbottom 46% of dept.364th of 671
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