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Research Interests

Main research projects

Project 1: EFFECTS OF MENTAL STRESS AND CAFFEINE INTAKE ON HUMAN BRAIN AND PHYSIOLOGY ASSESSED BY SIMULTANEOUS EEG-FMRI

  • Title: Effects of Mental Stress and Caffeine Intake on Human Brain and Physiology Assessed by Simultaneous EEG-fMRI
  • Supporting Agency: TÜBİTAK 2232 International Felllowship for Outstanding Researchers
  • Principal Investigator (PI): Dr. Pınar Senay Özbay
  • Description: This research project aims to investigate real-time interactions between spatio-temporal brain dynamics and physiological responses. Utilizing advanced neuroimaging techniques, such as simultaneous EEG-fMRI, the study seeks to identify specific brain regions modulated by stress and caffeine intake. The goal is to contribute to a nuanced understanding of how these factors impact cognitive and physiological processes in humans.

Project 2: IDENTIFYING BIOMARKERS CHARACTERIZING AGING PROCESSES THROUGH MULTIPARAMETRIC MRI IN ANIMAL STUDIES

  • Title: Identifying Biomarkers Characterizing Aging Processes Through Multiparametric MRI in Animal Studies
  • Supporting Agency: TÜBİTAK 1004 Program – Neurotechnological Solutions Platform
  • Principal Investigator (PI): Dr. Pınar Senay Özbay
  • Description: This project focuses on conducting multiparametric mapping of the aging brain using preclinical high field MRI technology. By integrating advanced quantitative MRI biomarkers, including traditional T1 and T2 mapping, R2* mapping, and Quantitative Susceptibility Mapping (QSM), the research aims to develop a comprehensive and user-friendly software for characterizing structural changes associated with aging in the brain. The utilization of preclinical high field (7 T) MRI technology from MR Solutions is part of the infrastructure. The ultimate objective is to gain valuable insights into the physiological and pathological characteristics of aging, with a particular emphasis on enhancing contrast and refining data processing steps for optimal interpretation. This project lays the foundation for future research and potential clinical applications related to understanding the aging process in the brain.