Neural Interactions and Dynamics

The Neural Interactions and Dynamics Group (NID) investigates how neural states, primarily defined by oscillatory activity, connectivity, and critical dynamics, influence information processing in the human brain. One of the key aims is to identify optimal neural states that support efficient neural operations and to understand how deviations from these states contribute to neurological disorders, particularly Parkinson’s disease and stroke. The group develops novel analytic approaches (based on EEG/MEG/LFP, multimodal EEG-TMS) to quantify neural states across multiple temporal and spatial scales, examining how resting-state activity and instantaneous states influence sensory, motor, and cognitive performance. In addition, the group is interested in interoception, with a particular focus on heart–brain interactions and their role in shaping neural states and behavior. We also explore interventions (including neurofeedback, brain–computer interfaces, and brain stimulation) to shift dysfunctional states toward more optimal patterns.