Study Title: The effect of task demands in the planning of goal directed upper limb movements while standing on different surfaces
Participate in a Movement Neuroscience Study (age 18–35)
We’re studying how task demands affect the brain’s control of skilled reaching movements while standing on different surfaces. If you’re 18–35, you may be eligible for a single session (~2-2.5 hours) on campus.
What to expect
- Wear an electroencephalograpy (EEG) cap infused with conducting gel to measure the brain’s electrical activity
- Reaching out and touching targerts on a touchscreen
- Standing on the hard floor or acompliant foam surface
These procedures are commonly used and non-invasive, and the study is approved by the University of Waterloo Research Ethics Board. You’ll receive $10/hour in appreciation of your time.
Interested or have questions?
Contact Rachel Leung (rmleung@uwaterloo.ca). No prior experience required. Participation is voluntary; you can withdraw at any time before data are de-identified.
Who should not participate in this study
You should not participate in this study if any of the following are true. If you are uncertain about your suitability to participate, please contact Rachel Leung (rmleung@uwaterloo.ca).
- You are younger than 18 years old
- You are older than 35 years old
- You have a history of neurological injury or diagnosis (other than concussion). Common examples include stroke, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s disease...
- You have been diagnosed with a concussion by a medical professional within the past three months, or you are currently being treated for post-concussion syndrome by a medical professional.
- You have a hearing impairment that requires the use of hearing aids that may interfere with the placement of electrodes.
- You have a medically implanted device (e.g. a pacemaker)