Neuromagnetic Signatures of Down Syndrome

​Principal Investigator: Max Kurz, Ph.D.​

The purpose of this study is to examine how adults with Down syndrome age. Participants will do simple visual and tactile tasks in a non-invasive magnetoencephalography (MEG) imaging instrument and undergo a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan during which they can sleep or watch a movie. A neuropsychological assessment involving a few questions and games will be conducted with Down syndrome participants.

• Who: Adults with and without Down syndrome
• Age: 19-45 years
• Compensation: $50 Amazon eGift Card, per visit
• Time:
• Adults without Down syndrome: 2 visits (1 MEG - 1.5 hours; 1 MRI - 1 hour)
• Adults with Down syndrome: 3 visits (1 MEG - 1.5 hours; 1 MRI - 1 hour; 1 Neuropsychological assessment - 1.5 hours)
• Visit Type: In-person
• Location: Boys Town Campus
• Requirements: Participants cannot have an additional neurological/psychological diagnosis, such as dementia. No metal components in the head or mouth (braces, permanent retainers, etc.).

Contact: Max.Kurz@boystown.org; Hannah.Bergwell@boystown.org