Stanford University · NeuroscienceBronte-Stewart Lab
Helen Bronte-Stewart · Stanford, California
Research Focus
Dr. Helen Bronte-Stewart's lab focuses on developing innovative therapies to address cognitive decline in Parkinson's disease, particularly before it progresses to dementia. The lab is investigating the use of deep brain stimulation targeting the Nucleus Basalis of Meynert, which is involved in cognitive and motor functions. By optimizing stimulation patterns and patient selection, the research aims to improve cognitive and cognitive-motor outcomes for individuals with Parkinson's disease.
Parkinson's DiseaseDeep Brain StimulationCognitive ImpairmentNucleus Basalis of MeynertNeurostimulationClinical TrialsCognitionCognitive-Motor FunctionTractography Modeling
Research Aims
5AIM 01Investigate the effects of intermittent deep brain stimulation on cognitive decline in Parkinson's disease.
AIM 02Establish safety and feasibility of combined subthalamic nucleus and NBM stimulation.
AIM 03Optimize patient selection for cognitive interventions in early-stage Parkinson's disease.
AIM 04Utilize tractography modeling to define precise targets for stimulation.
AIM 05Assess cognitive and behavioral outcomes post-treatment.
Skills the Lab Values
Deep Brain StimulationClinical Trial DesignCognitive AssessmentsFluorodeoxyglucose PETData AnalysisNeuroimaging TechniquesPatient RecruitmentSurgical TechniquesStimulation Technology
Output against the department
Publications167top 45% of dept.299th of 671
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Citations7.3kbottom 49% of dept.340th of 671
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