Lipeng Ning, Ph.D.
Investigator; Psychiatry Neuroimaging Laboratory;
Department of Psychiatry; Brigham and Women’s Hospital; HMS
Assistant Professor; Department of Psychiatry; Brigham and Women’s Hospital; Massachusetts General Hospital; HMS
Research
Lipeng’s research interests lie in developing multi-dimensional magnetic resonance imaging techniques and computational tools to investigate brain microstructure and network. He has developed a multiplexing technique to acquire rapid diffusion MRI and joint relaxation-diffusion imaging. He has also developed several algorithms for estimating tissue microstructure using diffusion MRI by integrating information about diffusion time and relaxation rates. His current research focuses on brain network analysis by integrating diffusion MRI and functional MRI. He is particularly interested in applying control theory and information theory to understand the mechanism of dynamics in brain networks and the underlying causal relationships. His broad interest also lies in the application of advanced computational tools and machine learning techniques to solve problems in clinical practices such as transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) and electroconvulsive therapy (ECT).
Research Interest
- Diffusion MRI
- Functional MRI
- Multi-dimensional imaging
- Brain network analysis
- Transcranial magnetic simulation