Discrete Keying Sequences: Cognitive and Neural Models

This lecture delves into the cognitive and neural models of sequential motor skills, focusing on the discrete sequence production (DSP) task developed by the instructor. The talk explores the cognitive framework for sequential motor behavior and discusses the neural substrate of discrete keying sequences using fMRI and TMS studies. It covers the results of experiments involving unfamiliar sequences, the neural implementation of cognitive processors, and the effects of TMS on the SMA complex and preSMA. The lecture concludes by highlighting the importance of understanding the functionality of various neural areas in the context of sequential motor skill learning.