Spatiotemporal Dynamics of the Human Emotion Network
Launched by UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, SAN FRANCISCO · Nov 29, 2021
Trial Information
Current as of June 26, 2025
Enrolling by invitation
Keywords
ClinConnect Summary
Intracranial EEG (iEEG) recordings make it possible to obtain direct measures of emotion network dynamics not possible with other methods. This study proposes to conduct a multimodal assessment of emotions in patients with epilepsy who are undergoing surgery for seizure localization. Electrodes will be placed in sites based on the clinical needs of each patient and will include sites within and outside of the emotion network. The research study team will examine measures of behavior, autonomic nervous system (ANS) activity, and subjective experience to continuous iEEG recordings to determin...
Gender
ALL
Eligibility criteria
- Inclusion Criteria:
- • Participants with epilepsy at UCSF undergoing surgical electrode implantation for seizure localization and
- • Participants with electrodes implanted in at least two regions of interest who are willing and able to cooperate with study tasks.
- Exclusion Criteria:
- • Participants who lack capacity or decline to provide informed consent,
- • Participants who have significant cerebral lesions or
- • Participants with cognitive deficits that preclude reliable completion of study tasks.
About University Of California, San Francisco
The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading academic institution renowned for its commitment to advancing healthcare through innovative research and clinical trials. With a focus on translating scientific discoveries into effective therapies, UCSF collaborates with a diverse array of stakeholders, including healthcare professionals, industry partners, and patient communities. The university's research programs emphasize interdisciplinary approaches and leverage cutting-edge technology to address complex medical challenges. As a sponsor of clinical trials, UCSF is dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of ethical conduct and scientific rigor, ensuring the safety and well-being of participants while contributing to the broader medical knowledge base.
Contacts
Jennifer Cobb
Immunology at National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
Locations
San Francisco, California, United States
Patients applied
Trial Officials
Edward F Chang, MD
Principal Investigator
University of California, San Francisco
Virginia Sturm, PhD
Principal Investigator
University of California, San Francisco
Timeline
First submit
Trial launched
Trial updated
Estimated completion
Not reported
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