Patricia Izbicki

Dr. Patricia Izbicki is a neuroscientist and classical pianist & harpsichordist. Her research focuses on understanding the brain mechanisms of complementary therapies, such as music training, in aging adults and persons with neurodegenerative disorders. Her doctoral work focused on comparing the inhibitory brain activity and circuitry of aging musicians and non-musicians using neuroimaging and brain stimulation. She wants her research to ultimately guide in designing accessible and evidence-based music interventions.