David Wright

David Wright is a Senior Lecturer in Psychology at Manchester Metropolitan University specializing in motor control and neurophysiology. His research program examines how action observation and motor imagery influence skill learning and corticospinal excitability.

Laboratory investigations focus on neurophysiological mechanisms underlying motor simulation, with applications in rehabilitation and prosthetics. Recent work explores the use of combined action observation and motor imagery for improving functional movements and reducing mental workload in prosthesis users.

He teaches courses in motor control and coordinates research projects examining how motor simulation techniques can enhance neurorehabilitation outcomes. His methodological contributions include developing assessment tools like the Combined Action Observation and Motor Imagery Ability Questionnaire.