Revealing the beneficial effects of acoustic stimulation on the human brain

本项目旨在提供更深入的神经机制的理解，通过意想不到的听觉刺激可以改善运动反应的启动。启动运动动作似乎是自然和毫不费力的，但它是由复杂的神经机制支撑的，目前还没有得到很好的理解。利用新的脑刺激技术，该项目旨在评估在运动准备过程中适当时间的强感觉刺激诱导神经可塑性和运动学习的潜力。这些知识将在许多领域产生重要影响，包括神经科学、运动科学和应用人体工程学。

This project aims to provide greater understanding of the neural mechanisms by which initiation of motor responses can be improved by unexpected auditory stimulation. Initiating motor actions appears natural and effortless, but is underpinned by complex neural mechanisms that are not well understood. Using novel brain stimulation techniques, the project aims to assess the potential for properly timed strong sensory stimulation during movement preparation to induce neural plasticity and motor learning. This knowledge would have important implications across a number of fields, including neuroscience, sports science, and applied ergonomics.