Software for analyzing brain activity data
BrainStorm: Highly Extensible Software for Advanced Electrophysiology and MEG/EEG Imaging
['FUNDING_R01'] · UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA · NIH-11084400
This study is creating a user-friendly software called BrainStorm that helps doctors and researchers better understand brain activity, which could lead to improved diagnosis and treatment for patients with brain conditions.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (Los Angeles, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11084400 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research develops BrainStorm, a versatile software platform designed for the analysis and visualization of various types of brain activity data, including EEG and MEG. It aims to enhance the understanding of brain function by providing advanced tools for both clinical and cognitive neuroscience applications. Patients may benefit from improved diagnostic and treatment strategies as the software facilitates better data interpretation and integration across different modalities. The project also focuses on making the software compatible with existing databases and other analysis tools, ensuring a comprehensive approach to brain imaging.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit include individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease, autism spectrum disorders, or other neurological conditions that affect brain function.
Not a fit: Patients with conditions unrelated to brain activity or those who do not have access to the necessary technology for participation may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more accurate diagnoses and personalized treatment plans for patients with neurological conditions.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has demonstrated success with similar software tools in enhancing the analysis of brain imaging data, indicating a promising potential for this approach.
Where this research is happening
Los Angeles, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA — Los Angeles, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: LEAHY, RICHARD M — UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
- Study coordinator: LEAHY, RICHARD M
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.
Conditions: Alzheimer disease dementia, Alzheimer syndrome, Alzheimer's Disease