Lei Ma

I study how the human brain controls gait and balance while navigating the world around us. Using immersive virtual reality to simulate real-world scenarios, I examine how intracranial and scalp electrophysiology signals can predict the motor behaviors that keep the body upright and moving. I aim to leverage these neural markers to guide rehabilitation strategies for improving gait function in neurological populations at risk for falls.

Mentor: Katy Cross, M.D., Ph.D.