Frithjof Tergau

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Frithjof Tergau is a prominent figure in the field of non-invasive brain stimulation, particularly known for his pioneering work on transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) technologies. His research focuses on the design and clinical application of novel TMS coils, with a major contribution being the development of the H-coil, a deep TMS coil capable of stimulating broader brain regions compared to standard figure-of-eight coils. In his highly cited 2009 study, Tergau characterized the H-coil's induced electric field properties and input/output curves in healthy volunteers, establishing its safety and efficacy for deep brain stimulation. This work has had a lasting impact, accumulating over 40 citations and laying the groundwork for therapeutic applications in psychiatric and neurological disorders. Beyond this, Tergau has contributed to understanding TMS mechanisms in motor cortex excitability and plasticity, with his research collectively cited hundreds of times. His achievements include advancing TMS from a research tool to a clinically viable therapy, influencing protocols for depression and stroke rehabilitation. Tergau’s legacy endures as a key architect of deep TMS technology, bridging engineering and neuroscience to expand the frontiers of brain modulation.