Do simple intransitive finger movements consistently activate fronto-parietal mirror neuron areas in humans?

Jonas, M., Siebner, H.R., Biermann-Ruben, K., Kessler, K., Bäumer, T., Büchel, C., Schnitzler, A. and Münchau, A. (2007) Do simple intransitive finger movements consistently activate fronto-parietal mirror neuron areas in humans? NeuroImage(36), pp. 44-53.

Abstract

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• Item Type: Articles
• Status: Published
• Refereed: Yes
• Glasgow Author(s) Enlighten ID: Kessler, Dr Klaus
• Authors: Jonas, M., Siebner, H.R., Biermann-Ruben, K., Kessler, K., Bäumer, T., Büchel, C., Schnitzler, A., and Münchau, A.
• College/School: College of Science and Engineering > School of Psychology; College of Medical Veterinary and Life Sciences > School of Psychology & Neuroscience
• Journal Name: NeuroImage