How cognitive functions interact with the motor system to shape motor behavior

Motor behavior is critically influenced by cognitive processes such as attention, perception, memory, and decision-making. Understanding how these processes interact is essential for making sense of the complexities of human movement and is vital for applications ranging from rehabilitation and sports performance to robotics and human-computer interaction.

This Research Topic aims to explore the complex relationship between cognitive functions and the motor system, delving into how these interactions influence and refine motor behavior. We seek to investigate both fundamental mechanisms and applied perspectives, looking at how these domains collaborate across different contexts and populations. By embracing a multidimensional approach, this collection will contribute to a deeper understanding of how cognitive-motor integration operates and manifests in both routine and specialized motor tasks.

We invite submissions that address, but are not limited to, the following topics:

Neural Mechanisms and Pathways: Studies that examine the neural circuits and pathways linking cognitive functions to motor control, including the role of brain regions.

Cognitive Influence on Motor Learning and Adaptation: Research exploring how cognitive factors like attention, working memory, and executive control facilitate or impede motor learning and adaptation.

Sensorimotor Integration: Investigations into how sensory inputs are integrated with motor outputs and the cognitive processes involved in this integration.

Impact of Cognitive Decline on Motor Functions: Analyses of how cognitive impairments, due to aging or pathology, affect motor abilities and what interventions can mitigate these effects.

Clinical and Applied Perspectives: Contributions that discuss the implications of cognitive-motor interactions in clinical settings, sports, ergonomics, or robotics.

Article types and fees

This Research Topic accepts the following article types, unless otherwise specified in the Research Topic description:

• Brief Research Report
• Case Report
• Clinical Trial
• Data Report
• Editorial
• FAIR² Data
• FAIR² DATA Direct Submission
• General Commentary
• Hypothesis and Theory
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Article types

This Research Topic accepts the following article types, unless otherwise specified in the Research Topic description:

• Brief Research Report
• Case Report
• Clinical Trial
• Data Report
• Editorial
• FAIR² Data
• FAIR² DATA Direct Submission
• General Commentary
• Hypothesis and Theory
• Methods
• Mini Review
• Opinion
• Original Research
• Perspective
• Review
• Study Protocol
• Systematic Review
• Technology and Code

Keywords: motor system, motor behavior, cognitive function

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