Welcome to the Laboratory for Cognitive Neuroimaging and Stimulation
At LCNS, we combine advanced multimodal neuroimaging and non-invasive brain stimulation techniques to uncover how the brain supports reinforcement learning, decision-making, cognitive control, and spatial navigation. Our research focuses on understanding how specific brain regions — including the anterior midcingulate cortex, midbrain dopamine system, basal ganglia, and parahippocampal cortex — contribute to these psychological processes in both typical and clinical populations.
Our mission is threefold:
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Advance scientific understanding of the neural and cognitive mechanisms that underlie goal-directed navigation.
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Refine neuroimaging methods and experimental designs to better characterize brain function across diverse populations, including individuals with substance use disorders.
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Develop innovative brain stimulation interventions to improve psychiatric care and cognitive health.
Learn more about our work by visiting our Lab and Resources page, meeting our team on the People page, and exploring our latest discoveries on the Publications page.
Located at the
Center for Molecular and Behavioral Neuroscience (CMBN)
Part of the
Behavioral and Neural Sciences (BNS) PhD Program
Funded by:
