Publications by authors named "C Miniussi"
Stochastic resonance (SR) is a phenomenon in which a certain amount of random noise added to a weak subthreshold stimulus can enhance signal detectability. It is unknown how external noise interacts with neural noise in producing an SR-like phenomenon and whether this interaction results in a modulation of either network efficiency or the efficiency of single neurons. Using random dot motion stimuli and noninvasive brain stimulation, we attempted to unveil the specific mechanism of action of the SR-like phenomenon in motion perception, if present.
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- - Observational studies suggest that improved vascular health and healthier lifestyles may help prevent dementia and cognitive decline, but the aging population requires more focused prevention strategies to reduce its prevalence and impact.
- - Evidence supports the effectiveness of preventive interventions for individuals at high risk for dementia, even those with normal cognitive function.
- - The text outlines recommendations for establishing second-generation memory clinics (Brain Health Services) aimed at ethical dementia prevention, detailing key interventions like risk assessment, communication, multi-domain risk reduction, and cognitive enhancement strategies.
Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) evokes neuronal activity in the targeted cortex and connected brain regions. The evoked brain response can be measured with electroencephalography (EEG). TMS combined with simultaneous EEG (TMS-EEG) is widely used for studying cortical reactivity and connectivity at high spatiotemporal resolution.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFIntroduction: Episodic memory (EM) exhibits an age-related decline, with overall increased impairment after the age of 65. The application of transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) to ameliorate cognitive decline in ageing has been extensively investigated, but its efficacy has been reported with mixed results. In this study, we aimed to assess whether age contributes to interindividual variability in tDCS efficacy.
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- * A study investigated the readiness and barriers of tES for digital trials by gathering insights from specialists and companies, resulting in Delphi-based recommendations with a strong agreement on the benefits of tES, like safety and affordability, but also highlighting concerns about supervision and regulatory clarity.
- * Overall, while tES holds potential for broader application in digital trials, there is a lack of consensus on addressing specific methodological biases, leading to the proposal of a framework to better integrate mobile health technologies with the