So I notice that her brain has been scanned and a careful analysis has been performed to detect differences relating to the areas she exhibits strengths in, and

So I notice that her brain has been scanned and a careful analysis has been performed to detect differences relating to the areas she exhibits strengths in, and also the biological roots for some of her struggles. It sounds like it was part of an elaborate project, but what was it, and how did the organzers arrive at the decision to approach and invite her to the study? Or did she hear about it, and ask to participate as a matter of curiosity?