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My main research area focuses on the study and management of chronic musculoskeletal pain within the field of physiotherapy. Currently, we are conducting comprehensive evaluations using functional near-infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS) and electroencephalography (EEG) to gain deeper insights into the neural correlates of chronic pain. Additionally, we are integrating Virtual Reality as an innovative therapeutic tool to enhance pain management strategies. Our research aims to develop advanced, evidence-based interventions that improve outcomes for patients suffering from chronic pain conditions.

My PhD thesis project focuses on non-invasive brain stimulation for treating Chronic Low Back Pain. Specifically, I am conducting a Randomized Controlled Trial (RCT) to evaluate the effects of an active physiotherapy program combined with transcranial Direct Current Stimulation (tDCS) on Pain, Resting State EEG activity, and an EMG biomarker: the Flexion Relaxation Phenomenon. Then we would also like to determine different low back pain phenotypes.

I am engaged in the study of the intricate relationship between affective disorders and their associated comorbidities, particularly chronic pain. To delve into this complex interplay, I employ a multi-faceted approach. For human subjects, I utilize behavioral tasks and non-invasive imaging methods to unravel the neural and behavioral foundations of these conditions. When working with animal models, I employ in-house developed, customizable polyimide-based flexible electrodes. These specialized tools enable me to gain deeper insights into the neural underpinnings of these disorders.

I’m currently a postdoc at UCLA researching the effects of TMS on smoking cessation and investigating how TMS alters the brain to achieve behavioral changes using resting state fMRI. I plan to apply this knowledge to research migraines and opioid substance use disorders.

I am a Registered Nurse and Midwife interested in chronic disease management, especially non-communicable diseases. I am also interested in acute care, trauma, clinical care processes and outcomes, public health, nursing in general, healthcare education, symptom management, patient involvement, patient support, healthcare technologies, and quality improvement in healthcare.

I am interested in the study of cerebellar involvement in cognitive and social functions in healthy population and psychopathology. More in depth, I am focusing on the study of cerebello-cerebral pathways.

We are interested in the innovation of electrical stimulation therapies for neurological disorders (a.k.a. neuromodulation), specifically for chronic pain management. The overall goal of our group is to develop a patient-specific approach using computer models and clinical measurements. We believe this research will help optimize current technologies and innovate new therapies to improve patient outcomes.

Neurotech for cognitive rehabilitation and age-technology. Neuro-rehabilitation engineering, signal processing and control