Research
Interests:
Research in the Brain Imaging and Emotions Laboratory focuses
on identifying neural mechanisms that contribute to complex
cognitive, social, and emotional behaviors and psychiatric
disorders. Themes of interest include cognitive-emotion interactions
and affective regulation, individual differences in emotional
processing, social cognition, and effects of therapeutic intervention/pharmacologic
manipulation. These themes are explored using functional neuroimaging
(fMRI). We are also engaged in collaborative efforts that combine
fMRI with other methodologies, including psychophysiologic,
behavioral, and genetic assays, and imaging modalities that
examine brain electrophysiology and neurochemistry. We are
also engaged in joint efforts with other faculty in the Department
in neuroimaging studies of emotion in patients with impulsive
aggression, personality disorders, substance abuse, and depression.
Further information on K. Luan Phan's research. |
