Neurobiological and translational fatigue research laboratory
University of Leeds, United Kingdom
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We are currently recruiting Stroke Survivors and individuals suffering from other neurological disorders of which fatigue is a prominent symptom into a new online study that can be carried out from the comfort of your own home.
The study takes approximately 60 minutes and will involve you answering a few questions and questionnaires and then looking at various images and responding to various questions. Please only attempt the experiment when you have 60 minutes free, otherwise you will have to start from the beginning after the 60 minutes have passed. This study works best on either a COMPUTER or TABLET, so if possible avoid doing the study on your smartphone.
You will be able to see an information sheet of the study after pressing the link below and will be asked to sign a consent form. Please read through all the instructions carefully before starting the study.
Techniques
Brain Imaging
Non-invasive Brain Stimulation
Behaviour
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Public Engagement
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Brain Imaging
Non-invasive Brain Stimulation
Behaviour
Public Engagement
Our lab uses EEG (electroencephalography) and fMRI (functional Magnetic Resonance Imaging) to study how movement related sensory information is processed in patients with chronic pathological fatigue. We study sensory perception across different sensory modalities, from vision, hearing to proprioception.
Our lab uses various non-invasive brain stimulation techniques including Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) and transcranial Electrical Stimulation (tES) to examine the connections between different brain regions and develop brain-based therapeutic interventions in those with chronic pathological fatigue.
Our lab uses a range of paradigms to study behaviour and decision making in patients with chronic pathological fatigue. Specifically, we are interested in how the perception of effort is associated with the severity of fatigue
'Experiencing Fatigue' is a collaborative arts and research project involving stroke survivors, neuroscientists and artist Sofie Layton. The project explores stroke survivors' experiences of post-stroke fatigue through artistic media.
These have informed a physical installation and online showcase entitled,
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'Ensnared: The Inescapable Reality of Fatigue'.
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Our overarching aim is to make visible this invisible condition and deepen everyone's understanding of the physical and emotional challenges involved in tackling post-stroke fatigue in one's everyday life. As well as this Dr Kuppuswamy hopes that the artistic expressions will help inform her scientific work.