Carolynn Patten

Carolynn Patten is a Professor in the Department of Neurobiology, Physiology and Behavior at the University of California, Davis, with affiliations in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. Her work bridges neuroscience, biomechanics, and clinical rehabilitation to advance neurorehabilitation for individuals with motor impairments.

Research Interests: Dr. Patten's research investigates the neural basis of human movement, focusing on motor dysfunction in aging and neurological conditions such as stroke. She employs transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), EEG, EMG, biomechanical analysis, and clinical assessments to study motor recovery mechanisms and neuroplasticity. Her work aims to develop biomarkers of recovery and improve rehabilitation efficacy.

Publication Trends: Recent publications emphasize computational modeling of musculoskeletal systems, gait analysis post-stroke, and assessment tools for locomotor efficacy. These works reflect a strong trend toward integrating engineering, neuroscience, and clinical practice to enhance rehabilitation outcomes.

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Advising and Grants: While specific students and grants are not mentioned, her active publication record suggests ongoing mentorship and externally funded research in neurorehabilitation and translational neuroscience.

Labs and Teams: Her research involves interdisciplinary collaboration across neuroscience, bioengineering, and rehabilitation medicine, likely within UC Davis research centers focused on movement disorders and neurorecovery.