Martinez Lab
Location and Contact Information
Principal Investigator
Please contact us about any of our studies:
Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) for Alcohol Use Disorder
This study uses TMS, alcohol lab sessions, and magnetic resonance spectroscopy to study the effects of TMS on choices to drink alcohol and neurotransmitters in the brain. We are seeking adults who have trouble with alcohol but are not looking for treatment to participate in a 4-week long inpatient study. A description of this study can be found here: https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT03809286.
Please contact us at (646) 774-7774 or email Natasha.Desilva@nyspi.columbia.edu
Ketamine for Tinnitus
Our lab is conducting a study investigating the effect of ketamine for tinnitus, which is ‘ringing in the ears’ in the absence of ambient sound. Tinnitus often occurs with hearing loss, and it is fairly common. Unfortunately, it is difficult to treat, and there are few options. Our study uses Magnetic Resonance Imaging to assess the effect of ketamine, which is known to treat depression, for tinnitus. A description of this study can be found here: https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT03336398
Please contact us at (646) 774-7654 or email Alex.Grassetti@nyspi.columbia.edu
Transcranial Electrical Stimulation for Chronic Pain
This study investigates a form of brain stimulation for chronic pain. It requires an inpatient stay on our research unit of about a month. The study is designed to address the cognitive and emotional aspects of chronic pain and other conditions that often accompany this disorder, such as major depression or drug use.
Please contact us at (646) 774-7774
or email natasha.desilva@nyspi.columbia.edu
Drugs, Mental Health, and the Brain
Dr. Martinez gives a seminar to middle and high school parents, counselors, and educators on how science can be used to address drug use. The goal is to increase awareness on the risks of drugs, including accidents and overdose, and how to improve safety. She also discusses the role of mental illness and self-medication on problematic drug use and the development of addiction. There is no fee for this seminar. Parent groups, counselors, and educators can contact her at dm437@cumc.columbia.edu with any questions.
