Brain zaps reveal secrets of sentence comprehension
NCT ID NCT05283265
First seen Mar 13, 2026 · Last updated May 13, 2026 · Updated 8 times
Summary
This study looks at how the brain processes language by recording brain activity in epilepsy patients who already have electrodes implanted for medical reasons. Participants read or listen to sentences and choose matching pictures, while researchers measure their brain signals and response times. In some sessions, mild electrical stimulation is applied to see how it affects understanding. The goal is to learn more about language comprehension, not to treat any condition.
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The University of Alabama at Birmingham Hospital
RECRUITINGBirmingham, Alabama, 35294, United States
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