The objective of this project is to localize and map primary auditory cortex responses in people with schizophrenia and matching control populations.
The Neuroimaging Lab uses magnetoencephalograpy (MEG), MRI, and fMRI to examine anatomical and functional differences of the auditory cortex in people with Schizophrenia. Alterations in basic auditory perceptions in people with schizophrenia have been noted in many studies. However, little is known regarding the brain mechanisms responsible for these changes, or how such changes relate to the salient clinical features of the disorder. We have previously noted changes in tonotopy and cortical tuning in the secondary auditory cortex of schizophrenia patients. We now are focusing on the primary auditory cortex by comparing its functional organization to the secondary auditory cortex. In addition, we intend to examine whether the experience of auditory hallucinations may influence the auditory cortical organization in schizophrenia.
Students will assist in the collection and analysis of MEG and MRI data and participate in the administration of neuropsychological evaluations.
Preceptor Information |
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| Name: | Don Rojas |
| Department: | Psychiatry |
| Location: | Colorado Psychiatric Hospital Building; C268-68 |
| 9th and Colorado Blvd. Campus | |
| Contact: | 303-315-8624 |
| don.rojas@uchsc.edu | |
| Faculty/Lab Website: | www.neuromeg.org |
Position Information |
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| Openings | 2 |
| Funding: | No |