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We want to investigate how the rhythms of the brain influence the learning of new motor skills.

These experiments are non-invasive and painless. The electrical rhythms of the brain will be recorded using electrodes placed over the scalp (EEG).

Temporary changes, lasting less than an hour, will be induced by stimulating the region of your brain that controls your hand using a technique called repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (rTMS).

We will record the muscle responses (EMG) in your hand in order to measure the induced changes. You will also be required to perform a simple visuomotor training task, involving tracking a moving object on a computer screen using your index finger. Participants will be required for two experimental sessions, each approximately 1.5 hrs long. You will be reimbursed for your time at $15/ hr.

The study will take place at the Neuromotor Plasticity and Development (NeuroPAD) Laboratory, The Robinson Institute, 77 King William Road, North Adelaide.

To be eligible for this study, participants must:
• Be right-handed
• Be aged 18-50 years
• Not have any neurological conditions such as epilepsy
• Not be on any medications which alter nervous system function

To register your interest or for more information please phone Suzanne McAllister on 8313 1308 or email suzanne.m.mcallister@adelaide.edu.au

This study has been approved by The University of Adelaide Human Research Ethics Committee.