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Simultaneous EEG Monitoring During Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation
Published on: June 17, 2013
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Overlapping currents can tune the deep brain.
Summary
Human studies are exploring noninvasive temporal interference stimulation as a potential treatment for epilepsy and other neurological diseases. This technique aims to precisely target brain regions without surgery.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Biomedical Engineering
- Neuroscience
Background:
- Epilepsy and other neurological disorders represent significant unmet medical needs.
- Current treatments for neurological diseases often involve invasive procedures or have limited efficacy.
- Noninvasive neuromodulation techniques are gaining traction for their potential therapeutic benefits.

