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WELCOME TO
THE GORKA LAB

LAB OVERVIEW

Our lab uses psychophysiological and neuroimaging methods to study connections between the brain and behavior. We utilize techniques such as functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI), electroencephalopraphy (EEG), and startle eyeblink electromyography (EMG). We are broadly interested in stress reactivity, and why people differ in their abilities to tolerate and cope with stress. We apply our lab paradigms and research tools to a variety of important empirical questions and topics ranging from addiction, anxiety, trauma, and suicide.

We currently have several active studies that are looking for volunteers. We use non-invasive research techniques, including EEG and fMRI, to capture brain activity and function. We also collect self-report measures on behavior and emotions. Participants will be compensated for their time and will receive a free, digital MRI image of their brain. Click the button below to learn more!

WE NEED PARTICIPANTS!

OUR RESEARCH TECHNIQUES

NEUROIMAGING (fMRI)

Participants will lay in an MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) scanner, where they will perform tasks as images of their brain are captured. This is a painless, non-invasive procedure, and potential participants will be screened to make sure they are MRI-safe before entering the scanner.

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ELECTROENCEPHALOGRAPHY (EEG)

Participants will wear a stretchy cap with electrode sensors that record electrical activity off the scalp of the head. This is a non-invasive procedure that is used to measure brain responses during the completion of emotion-based tasks.

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ELECTROMYOGRAPHY (EMG)

In this procedure, two small sensors are placed on the skin, below the eye, to record muscle movements and reflexes.

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CLINICAL ASSESSMENTS

Participants will meet with our study staff to complete one-on-one to interviews or assessments. Participants will also fill out self-report questionnaires. All responses are confidential and protected.

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CONTACT US

Institute for Behavioral Medicine Research, Suite 328
460 Medical Center Dr, Columbus, OH 43210

614-366-3523

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