Application of Nerve Stimulation: Current Status and Future Directions—2nd Edition
A special issue of Brain Sciences (ISSN 2076-3425). This special issue belongs to the section "Neurotechnology and Neuroimaging".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 May 2026 | Viewed by 22
Special Issue Editors
Interests: acupuncture; neuroimaging; neuromodulation; pain; placebo
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Interests: acupuncture; visceral organ; mechanical stimulation; mesolimbic dopamine system
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Dear Colleagues,
Neuromodulation is often employed to adjust neuronal activity and affect brain function. Nonetheless, gaining a deeper understanding of the interaction between nerves and organs is essential for developing precise treatment approaches. Acupuncture has the ability to activate peripheral nervous systems, aligning with neuromodulation methods. Both acupuncture and neuromodulation share significant similarities in practice and in their underlying theories.
For this upcoming Special Issue of Brain Sciences, we encourage researchers and practitioners to contribute original research papers utilizing diverse techniques, including neuroimaging, neurobiology, clinical trials, and machine learning. We also welcome review articles that aim to build on current efforts to gain new insights into peripheral nerve stimulation, encompassing neuromodulation and acupuncture.
Prof. Dr. Younbyoung Chae
Dr. Hee Young Kim
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- acupuncture
- neuroanatomy
- neuroimaging
- neuromodulation
- peripheral nervous system
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