Computational Neuromodulation Workshop: Modeling brain stimulation fundamental and applications

This workshop was made possible with support from The Zabara Foundation and ZMT Swiss

Wednesday, July 31, 2024 | 9 AM - 5:30 PM

Scope

This full day workshop provides a comprehensive perspective on computer driven analysis and design for neuromodulation. Topics covered span model creation and image segmentation, current flow predictions and simulation of neuronal and network effects. The full day intensive workshop is structured to be open to individuals of broad background, providing novices a broad perspective on modeling in neuromodulation and experts with precise methodological insights. The workshop will be relevant for individuals with limited technical background in modeling who are interested to understand the uses of models and how to access simple modeling tools, as well as experienced engineers who want to learn the most advanced techniques from leaders in the field.
In the process of outlining computational modeling of neuromodulation this workshop will also explain the biophysics and basic mechanisms of stimulation, and so enhance attendees overall understanding of how neuromodulation works. This includes concepts of dose and waveform control, neuronal stimulation threshold, modulation of information processing, and plasticity.
The workshops include ample demonstrations of modeling workflow and technique, extensive detailed slide and description by speakers, and time for discussion to address all specific attendees’ concerns. The scope of the workshop is intended to be relevant for all forms of electromagnetic stimulation including TMS, tDCS, tACS, VNS, interferential stimulation, SCS, DBS and more. Attendees will leave the workshop with a deep and unique perspective on how the best computational models of neuromodulation are developed and used.

Topics

What is the overall purpose of computational models in neuromodulation study and design? What are the best steps (pipeline) in computational models? And what the simple and professional tools available for computational models? What determines current flow though tissue and which brain regions are targeted? How does current flow include neuronal activity and then network activity? How are individual models developed from imaging approaches to tissue segmentation? How can models be used to optimize and personalize stimulation? What are the frontiers in computational neuromodulation?
Individuals who attend the entire workshop will, upon request, receive a certificate of completion. Lunch break 11:40 AM - 12:40 PM (on your own). There are no qualification requirement for attendance. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own laptop, but this is not required. There are no reading materials before the workshop and no software to install before the workshop.

Program