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Enhancing Mindfulness with Various Ultrasonic Neuromodulation Pulse Repetition Frequencies

Year: 2022

Type: other

Abstract: Transcranial focused ultrasound (tFUS) is a technology that may enhance mindfulness meditation by disrupting connectivity and inhibiting activity in the default mode network (DMN). Experienced meditators will be sonicated in the Posterior Cingulate Cortex, a hub of the DMN, at two distinct pulse repetition frequencies (PRF), 6.37 Hz and 909.09 Hz. Additionally, there will be a placebo condition where the ultrasound transducer is placed to the head but no energy is emitted. Our aim is to observe how PRF differentially affects both brain activity and conscious experience that may support a deeper meditation experience. We hypothesize that the 909.09 Hz PRF will provide the best condition for a deeper meditation experience.

Source: Open Science Framework

DOI: 10.17605/osf.io/8cjb3

Authors: Beaman, Laura, Brian Lord, Allen, John JB, Cook, Erica Nicole

Institution: University of Arizona

Language: English

Topic: Ultrasound and Hyperthermia Applications

Subfield: Biomedical Engineering

Field: Engineering

Domain: Physical Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: green

OpenAlex ID: W6925237021

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