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View article: Frequency-specific intermuscular coherence of synergistic muscles during an isometric force generation task
Frequency-specific intermuscular coherence of synergistic muscles during an isometric force generation task Open
Introduction Motor tasks require the flexible selection and coordination of multiple muscles, which may be achieved through the organization and combination of muscle synergies. Although multiple muscles may receive a shared neural drive, …
View article: Shared functional organization between pulvinar-cortical and cortico-cortical connectivity and its structural and molecular imaging correlates
Shared functional organization between pulvinar-cortical and cortico-cortical connectivity and its structural and molecular imaging correlates Open
The pulvinar, the largest thalamic nucleus, is a highly interconnected structure supporting perception, visuospatial attention, and emotional processing. Such a central role relies on a precise topographical organization reflected in anato…
View article: A non-local diffusion magnetic resonance imaging tract density biomarker to stratify, predict, and interpret survival rates in human glioblastoma
A non-local diffusion magnetic resonance imaging tract density biomarker to stratify, predict, and interpret survival rates in human glioblastoma Open
Background Glioblastoma (GBM) is a lethal tumor, actively growing and invading neighboring neural tissue. GBMs appear functionally connected to distributed and spatially distant regions rather than representing an isolated and passive lesi…
View article: OS02.4.A A CIRCUIT-BASED WHITE MATTER DENSITY NEUROIMAGING BIOMARKER TO STRATIFY, PREDICT, AND INTERPRET SURVIVAL RATES IN HUMAN GLIOBLASTOMA
OS02.4.A A CIRCUIT-BASED WHITE MATTER DENSITY NEUROIMAGING BIOMARKER TO STRATIFY, PREDICT, AND INTERPRET SURVIVAL RATES IN HUMAN GLIOBLASTOMA Open
BACKGROUND Glioblastoma (GBM) is a lethal tumor progressing through interactions with neuronal activity, likely spreading along white matter tracts. Rather than a passive lesion, GBM appears functionally connected to distant brain regions,…
View article: OS04.1.A A NORMATIVE HUMAN GLIOBLASTOMA-CONNECTOME CONSTRUCTED FROM TUMOR-CONNECTED BRAIN REGIONS IMPROVES SURVIVAL RATES ESTIMATION
OS04.1.A A NORMATIVE HUMAN GLIOBLASTOMA-CONNECTOME CONSTRUCTED FROM TUMOR-CONNECTED BRAIN REGIONS IMPROVES SURVIVAL RATES ESTIMATION Open
BACKGROUND Glioblastoma (GBM) is an aggressive brain tumor with a poor prognosis. Recent evidence suggests that GBMs interact functionally and structurally with spatially distant brain regions, shaping behavior, survival, and evolution. He…
View article: Comprehensive Segmentation of Deep Grey Nuclei From Structural <scp>MRI</scp> Data
Comprehensive Segmentation of Deep Grey Nuclei From Structural <span>MRI</span> Data Open
There is a lack of tools for comprehensive and complete segmentation of deep grey nuclei using a single software for reproducibility and repeatability. We present a fast, accurate, and robust method for segmentation of deep grey nuclei (th…
View article: Revisiting the Role of Structural Connectivity-Based Parcellation in Thalamic Nuclei Segmentation: comparison with recent state-of-the-art methods
Revisiting the Role of Structural Connectivity-Based Parcellation in Thalamic Nuclei Segmentation: comparison with recent state-of-the-art methods Open
Background Accurate thalamic nuclei segmentation is critical for neuroscience research and clinical interventions such as deep brain stimulation and magnetic resonance guided focused ultrasound. Connectivity based parcellation has been wid…
View article: A non-local diffusion magnetic resonance imaging tract density biomarker to stratify, predict, and interpret survival rates in human glioblastoma
A non-local diffusion magnetic resonance imaging tract density biomarker to stratify, predict, and interpret survival rates in human glioblastoma Open
Background Glioblastoma (GBM) is a lethal tumor, actively growing and invading neighboring neural tissue. GBMs appear functionally connected to distributed and spatially distant regions rather than representing an isolated and passive lesi…
View article: The replication principle revisited: a shared functional organization between pulvinar-cortical and cortico-cortical connectivity and its structural and molecular imaging correlates
The replication principle revisited: a shared functional organization between pulvinar-cortical and cortico-cortical connectivity and its structural and molecular imaging correlates Open
The pulvinar, the largest nucleus in the human thalamus, is a complex, highly interconnected structure. Through a dense, organized network of cortical and subcortical areas, it provides adequate cooperation between neural systems, which is…
View article: Frontotemporal dementia: a systematic review of artificial intelligence approaches in differential diagnosis
Frontotemporal dementia: a systematic review of artificial intelligence approaches in differential diagnosis Open
Introduction Frontotemporal dementia (FTD) is a neurodegenerative disorder characterized by progressive degeneration of the frontal and temporal lobes, leading to significant changes in personality, behavior, and language abilities. Early …
View article: Diffusion MRI GAN synthesizing fibre orientation distribution data using generative adversarial networks
Diffusion MRI GAN synthesizing fibre orientation distribution data using generative adversarial networks Open
Machine learning may enhance clinical data analysis but requires large amounts of training data, which are scarce for rare pathologies. While generative neural network models can create realistic synthetic data such as 3D MRI volumes and, …
View article: Cross-Sectional and Longitudinal Patterns of Atrophy in Thalamic and Deep Gray Matter Nuclei in Frontotemporal Dementia
Cross-Sectional and Longitudinal Patterns of Atrophy in Thalamic and Deep Gray Matter Nuclei in Frontotemporal Dementia Open
INTRODUCTION Frontotemporal dementia involves progressive atrophy in deep gray matter nuclei, including the thalamus and basal ganglia (such as the caudate, putamen, nucleus accumbens, and globus pallidus), which are critical for cognition…
View article: The role of PSMA-based radioligand therapy in hormone-sensitive prostate cancer
The role of PSMA-based radioligand therapy in hormone-sensitive prostate cancer Open
Purpose Conventional systemic therapies are valuable options in prostate cancer (PCa); however, such treatments can determine adverse events and toxicity. The observed improvement in overall survival, coupled with PSA reduction and a favor…
View article: A Convolutional Neural Network Model for Classifying Resting Tremor Amplitude in Parkinson’s Disease
A Convolutional Neural Network Model for Classifying Resting Tremor Amplitude in Parkinson’s Disease Open
Resting tremor (RT) is one of the most common and debilitating symptoms of Parkinson's Disease (PD), characterized by involuntary rhythmic muscle contractions. The Unified Parkinson's Disease Rating Scale (UPDRS) 3.17 is a clinical assessm…
View article: Translational network neuroscience: Nine roadblocks and possible solutions
Translational network neuroscience: Nine roadblocks and possible solutions Open
Translational network neuroscience aims to integrate advanced neuroimaging and data analysis techniques into clinical practice to better understand and treat neurological disorders. Despite the promise of technologies such as functional MR…
View article: Structural and functional connectomics of the olfactory system in Parkinson's disease: a systematic review
Structural and functional connectomics of the olfactory system in Parkinson's disease: a systematic review Open
Olfactory dysfunction, affecting 75-90 % of Parkinson's disease (PD) patients, holds significant predictive value for PD development. Advanced imaging techniques, such as diffusion MRI (dMRI) and functional MRI (fMRI), offer insights into …
View article: Track‐Weighted Dynamic Functional Connectivity Profiles and Topographic Organization of the Human Pulvinar
Track‐Weighted Dynamic Functional Connectivity Profiles and Topographic Organization of the Human Pulvinar Open
The human pulvinar is considered a prototypical associative thalamic nucleus as it represents a key node in several cortico‐subcortical networks. Through this extensive connectivity to widespread brain areas, it has been suggested that the…
View article: Principal Component Analysis to Identify Parameters in MRgFUS Treatment
Principal Component Analysis to Identify Parameters in MRgFUS Treatment Open
Magnetic Resonance-guided Focused Ultrasound Surgery (MRgFUS) is a relatively new treatment which combines the precision of radiological imaging with the therapeutic potential of focused ultrasound, promising a non-invasive treatment for d…
View article: The replication principle revisited: a shared functional organization between pulvinar-cortical and cortico-cortical connectivity and its structural and molecular imaging correlates
The replication principle revisited: a shared functional organization between pulvinar-cortical and cortico-cortical connectivity and its structural and molecular imaging correlates Open
The pulvinar, the largest nucleus in the human thalamus, is a complex, highly interconnected structure. Through a dense, organized network of cortical and subcortical areas, it provides adequate cooperation between neural systems, which is…
View article: Shared functional organization between pulvinar-cortical and cortico-cortical connectivity and its structural and molecular imaging correlates
Shared functional organization between pulvinar-cortical and cortico-cortical connectivity and its structural and molecular imaging correlates Open
The pulvinar, the largest thalamic nucleus, is a highly interconnected structure supporting perception, visuospatial attention, and emotional processing. Such a central role relies on a precise topographical organization reflected in anato…
View article: Resting-State EEG Alterations of Practice-Related Spectral Activity and Connectivity Patterns in Depression
Resting-State EEG Alterations of Practice-Related Spectral Activity and Connectivity Patterns in Depression Open
Background: Depression presents with altered energy regulation and neural plasticity. Previous electroencephalography (EEG) studies showed that practice in learning tasks increases power in beta range (13–30 Hz) in healthy subjects but not…
View article: Resting-State EEG Alterations of Practice-Related Spectral Activity and Connectivity Patterns in Depression
Resting-State EEG Alterations of Practice-Related Spectral Activity and Connectivity Patterns in Depression Open
Background: Depression presents with altered energy regulation and neural plasticity. Previous electroencephalography (EEG) studies showed that practice increases power in beta range (13-30 Hz) in healthy subjects but not in those with imp…
View article: Functional anatomy and topographical organization of the frontotemporal arcuate fasciculus
Functional anatomy and topographical organization of the frontotemporal arcuate fasciculus Open
Traditionally, the frontotemporal arcuate fasciculus (AF) is viewed as a single entity in anatomo-clinical models. However, it is unclear if distinct cortical origin and termination patterns within this bundle correspond to specific langua…
View article: The replication principle revisited: a shared functional organization between pulvinar-cortical and cortico-cortical connectivity and its structural and molecular imaging correlates
The replication principle revisited: a shared functional organization between pulvinar-cortical and cortico-cortical connectivity and its structural and molecular imaging correlates Open
The pulvinar, the largest nucleus in the human thalamus, is a complex, highly interconnected structure. Through a dense, organized network of cortical and subcortical areas, it provides adequate cooperation between neural systems, which is…
View article: The Role of Treatment-Related Parameters and Brain Morphology in the Lesion Volume of Magnetic-Resonance-Guided Focused Ultrasound Thalamotomy in Patients with Tremor-Dominant Neurological Conditions
The Role of Treatment-Related Parameters and Brain Morphology in the Lesion Volume of Magnetic-Resonance-Guided Focused Ultrasound Thalamotomy in Patients with Tremor-Dominant Neurological Conditions Open
Purpose: To determine the best predictor of lesion volume induced by magnetic resonance (MR)-guided focused ultrasound (MRgFUS) thalamotomy in patients with tremor-dominant symptoms in Parkinson’s disease (PD) and essential tremor (ET) pat…