Research Goals
We are interested in how hand movements are generated in the primate brain and how intentions to grasp objects can be decoded for controlling a neural prosthesis. For this, we investigate the cortical representation of hand movements in motor-related cortical areas and their relation to sensory systems and decision making. Furthermore, we are developing brain-machine interfaces that can read out such movement intentions to control robotic devices. Such systems could be useful for future applications aiming to restore hand function in paralyzed patients.

Graduation:
Medical Degree (Dr. med.); Master in Mathematics (Dipl. math.);

Position / Activity:
Leiter

Institute:
Abteilung Neurobiologie

Work focus:
Kognitive Neurowissenschaften, Systemneurobiologie

Address:
Kellnerweg 4
37077 Göttingen
DE

Phone:
+49 (0) 551-3851 494

E-Mail:
hscherberger@dpz.eu

Homepage:
https://www.dpz.eu/abteilung/neurobiologie.html