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Behavioral Science Core

Brain Imaging Core

Cellular Morphology Core

Genetics Core

Infant Primate Research Laboratory Core

Instrument Development Laboratory Core

Jeffrey Ojemann, M.D.

Associate Professor of Neurological Surgery
Research Affiliate, Center on Human Development and Disability
jeff.ojemann@seattlechildrens.org
jojemann@u.washington.edu
206-987-2544
University of Washington, Box 359300
Seattle, WA 98195-9300

Dr. Ojemann’s research focuses on the effects of neurosurgical procedures on memory and cognition in children and adults. Neurosurgical patients also offer the opportunity to study electrocorticography (direct brain electrical recordings) during cognitive tasks such as working memory, language, and visual attention. These recordings lead to complex signal analysis, and the signals can be used to support a brain-computer interface (BCI) models.

Ojemann’s current research includes feasibility studies of BCI models and investigations into how individuals modulate the signal as part of developing control. Such studies show how people can learn to control devices simply by thinking. Electrode data from the brain are translated into control of an output device (BCIs). BCI systems provide the only communication option for people who cannot communicate in any way using conventional methods. Ojemann also examines memory fMRI (functional magnetic resonance imaging) changes with epilepsy surgery and looks at the role of flumazenil PET (positron emission tomography) in the pre-surgical evaluation of seizures.

Jeff Ojemann's web page

University of Washington • Center on Human Development and Disability Box 357920 • Seattle WA 98195-7920 USA • 206-543-7701 • chdd@u.washington.edu