Wavelike dynamics in neocortical networks for cognitive control (C05)

• Subject Area: Cognitive, Systems and Behavioural Neurobiology ; Human Cognitive and Systems Neuroscience
• Term: since 2021
• Project identifier: Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft (DFG) - Project number 425899996

Cortical travelling waves of neural activity may have a role in shaping cognitive function. Theory and computational modelling predict that the strength and pattern of the incoming connectivity may direct travelling waves to alter cognitive performance. Here, we will probe experimentally and computationally the relationship between cortical waves at different spatial and temporal scales, neural response dynamics and cognitive performance, using neurophysiological recording and direct brain interventions in the perceptual decision-making network of primate V5/MT and its connections. Understanding how local wave patterns relate to global, inter-areal waves will open up new insights into the control of cognitive function through neural resource allocation.

• DFG Programme: Collaborative Research Centres
• Subproject of: SFB 1436: Neural resources of cognition
• Applicant Institution: Otto-von-Guericke-Universität Magdeburg
• Project Heads: Professorin Dr. Kristine Krug; Professorin Dr. Petra Ritter