The Clinical Core is a component of the Center for Brain Recovery and Repair (P20GM109089). Its mission is to provide a centralized, interdisciplinary clinical research facility that provides state-of-the-art neuropsychological, neural stimulation, and neuroimaging equipment and space. We also provide expert training and consultation support in research design, neuropsychological test selection, integration with neuroimaging, and flexible approaches to data management in order to support clinical investigators that will lead to improved outcomes for individuals with brain and behavioral conditions. Current studies supported include investigations of novel interventions and mechanisms of recovery from brain injury and stroke.
Richard Campbell, PhD
Core Co-Director
Darbi Gill, MS
Clinical Research Supervisor
See Domenici Hall Cores and Investigator Services for all services and fees offered in Clinical Core
Q. What neuropsychological tests are in the Clinical Core library?
A. Our Neuropsychological Test Library has state-of-the-art tests of intellectual (e.g., WAIS-IV, WISC-V) and cognitive function (e.g., memory, language, attention/executive), including computerized neuropsychological measures (e.g., NIH Toolbox and Examiner).
Q: What brain conditions does the Clinical Core specialize in?
A: We currently support research projects in mild traumatic brain injury, stroke, prematurity/low birth weight, cerebral cavernous malformations, and juvenile myotonic dystrophy. We are interested in supporting researchers interested in other types of brain injury and neurodevelopmental disorders.
Q: What innovative technologies does the Clinical Core provide?
A: We have cutting-edge high-definition tDCS equipment and software for intervention studies. We also have functional near-infrared spectroscopy for functional neuroimaging. Additionally, our facility is adjacent to the Mind Research Network (MRN), which is a world-class neuroimaging research center that we strongly collaborate with in order to support multimodal clinical neuroscience investigations.