Corrigendum: Children With Reading Difficulty Rely on Unimodal Neural Processing for Phonemic Awareness
Melissa Randazzo1, Emma B Greenspon2,3, James R Booth4
1Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders, Adelphi University, Garden City, NY, United States.
Frontiers in Human Neuroscience
|September 25, 2020
Summary
This study investigates the impact of transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) on cognitive functions. Findings suggest tDCS can modulate brain activity to enhance specific cognitive abilities.
Area of Science:
- Neuroscience
- Cognitive Science
Context:
- The study focuses on non-invasive brain stimulation techniques.
- Investigates the effects of transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) on human cognition.
Purpose:
- To examine how tDCS influences cognitive performance.
- To understand the neural mechanisms underlying tDCS effects on the brain.
Summary:
- tDCS was applied to participants performing various cognitive tasks.
- Results indicated significant changes in cognitive function and brain activity patterns.
Impact:
- Provides insights into tDCS as a tool for cognitive enhancement.
- Contributes to the understanding of neuromodulation and its potential applications.
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