Dr. Ojakangas who is a neuroscientist, as well as a speech pathologist, published this article in 2014 describing many of the ways that brain research findings can be applied to accent modification. In this article, she reviews the motor learning and habit formation literature as it relates to how to modify an accent. The article describes practical tips for how one can modify one’s speech as quickly as possible. Dr. Ojakangas applies the latest brain research findings in her accent coaching courses.