Regional, but not brain-wide, graph theoretic measures are robustly and reproducibly linked to general cognitive ability
Cerebral Cortex,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
35(4)
Published: April 1, 2025
Abstract
General
cognitive
ability
(GCA),
also
called
“general
intelligence,”
is
thought
to
depend
on
network
properties
of
the
brain,
which
can
be
quantified
through
graph
theoretic
measures
such
as
small
worldness
and
module
degree.
An
extensive
set
studies
examined
links
between
GCA
graphical
resting
state
connectomes.
However,
these
often
involved
samples,
applied
just
a
few
theory
in
each
study,
yielded
inconsistent
results,
making
it
challenging
identify
architectural
underpinnings
GCA.
Here,
we
address
limitations
by
systematically
investigating
univariate
multivariate
relationships
17
whole-brain
node-level
individuals
from
Adolescent
Brain
Cognitive
Development
Study
(n
=
5937).
We
demonstrate
that
measures,
including
global
efficiency,
fail
exhibit
meaningful
with
In
contrast,
multiple
especially
degree
(within-network
connectivity),
strong
associations
establish
robustness
results
replicating
them
second
large
sample,
Human
Connectome
Project
847),
across
variety
modeling
choices.
This
study
provides
most
comprehensive
definitive
account
date
complex
interrelationships
brain’s
intrinsic
functional
architecture.
Language: Английский
Task-specific topology of brain networks supporting working memory and inhibition
bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory),
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: April 10, 2024
Abstract
Network
neuroscience
investigates
the
brain’s
connectome,
revealing
that
cognitive
functions
are
underpinned
by
dynamic
neural
networks.
This
study
how
distinct
abilities—working
memory
and
inhibition—are
supported
unique
brain
network
configurations,
which
constructed
estimating
whole-brain
networks
through
mutual
information.
The
involved
195
participants
who
completed
Sternberg
Item
Recognition
Flanker
tasks
while
undergoing
EEG
recording.
A
mixed-effects
linear
model
analyzed
influence
of
metrics
on
performance,
considering
individual
differences
task-specific
dynamics.
Results
indicate
working
inhibition
associated
with
different
attributes,
relying
distributed
more
segregated
ones.
Our
analysis
suggests
both
strong
weak
connections
contribute
to
processes,
as
could
potentially
lead
a
stable
support
inhibition.
findings
indirectly
Neuroscience
Theory
Intelligence,
suggesting
functional
topology
inherent
various
functions.
Nevertheless,
we
propose
understanding
variations
in
abilities
requires
recognizing
shared
processes
within
Author
summary
analyzes
correspond
patterns
constructing
via
information
from
data
subjects
performing
tasks.
Findings
reveal
is
depends
research
underscores
importance
function
supports
notion
emerge
topology.
Moreover,
it
highlights
need
account
for
fully
grasp
diverse
dynamics
influencing
abilities.
Language: Английский
Task‐specific topology of brain networks supporting working memory and inhibition
Human Brain Mapping,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
45(13)
Published: Sept. 1, 2024
Abstract
Network
neuroscience
explores
the
brain's
connectome,
demonstrating
that
dynamic
neural
networks
support
cognitive
functions.
This
study
investigates
how
distinct
abilities—working
memory
and
inhibitory
control—are
supported
by
unique
brain
network
configurations
constructed
estimating
whole‐brain
using
mutual
information.
The
involved
195
participants
who
completed
Sternberg
Item
Recognition
task
Flanker
tasks
while
undergoing
electroencephalography
recording.
A
mixed‐effects
linear
model
analyzed
influence
of
metrics
on
performance,
considering
individual
differences
task‐specific
dynamics.
findings
indicate
working
control
are
associated
with
different
attributes,
relying
distributed
more
segregated
ones.
Our
analysis
suggests
both
strong
weak
connections
contribute
to
processes,
potentially
leading
a
stable
control.
indirectly
theory
intelligence,
suggesting
functional
topology
inherent
various
Nevertheless,
we
propose
understanding
variations
in
abilities
requires
recognizing
shared
processes
within
Language: Английский