Exploring the role of inhibition in human motor plasticity

Charlie is a neuroscientist who is interested in understanding how the brain learns new motor skills. By combining advanced brain imaging techniques and non-invasive brain stimulation approaches, her group will explore the physiological changes underpinning human motor learning. In particular, Charlie is interested in exploring the role of GABA, the major inhibitor neurotransmitter, in motor plasticity. Ultimately this work should help inform new strategies to optimise learning, especially in the context of recovery of function after stroke.