Jackson Group
The Jackson Group is based at the Institute of Neuroscience, Newcastle University.
Research Themes
Targeting motor learning & execution
We use a variety of motor tasks together with brain- and myoelectric-controlled interface paradigms to study the neural correlates of motor learning.
Understanding & Engineering sleeping brain
We use wireless, wearable electronics to provide 24 hr/day recordings from multiple brain areas in freely-behaving non-human primates. We are interested in understanding conserved patterns of neuronal dynamics across wake and sleep. We also have a particular interest in studying cerebellar activity during sleep and consolidation.
Physiomarkers
We study the role of neuronal oscillations in health and disease with a particular focus on closed-loop control of these oscillations for therapeutic benefits.
Tools (devices, software, algorithms)
We use a variety of implantable and wearable devices to implement closed-loop neurostimulation using optogenetics, electrical stimulation and auditory stimulation.
Approaches
Empirical Neuroscience
We conduct neurophysiological studies in humans, rodents and non-human primates, as well as in vitro studies using brain slices.
Computational Modelling
We are interested in using computational models of neuronal dynamics to optimise algorithms for closed-loop control.
Biomedical Engineering
We develop a range of implantable and wearable neural interface technologies.
