IEEE Open Journal of Engineering in Medicine and Biology,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
4, P. 85 - 95
Published: Jan. 1, 2023
An
intuitive
and
generalisable
approach
to
spatial-temporal
feature
extraction
for
high-density
(HD)
functional
Near-Infrared
Spectroscopy
(fNIRS)
brain-computer
interface
(BCI)
is
proposed,
demonstrated
here
using
Frequency-Domain
(FD)
fNIRS
motor-task
classification.
Enabled
by
the
HD
probe
design,
layered
topographical
maps
of
Oxy/deOxy
Haemoglobin
changes
are
used
train
a
3D
convolutional
neural
network
(CNN),
enabling
simultaneous
spatial
temporal
features.
The
proposed
CNN
shown
effectively
exploit
relationships
in
measurements
improve
classification
haemodynamic
response,
achieving
an
average
F1
score
0.69
across
seven
subjects
mixed
training
scheme,
improving
subject-independent
as
compared
standard
CNN.
Neurophotonics,
Journal Year:
2022,
Volume and Issue:
9(04)
Published: July 20, 2022
Significance:
Optical
neuroimaging
has
become
a
well-established
clinical
and
research
tool
to
monitor
cortical
activations
in
the
human
brain.
It
is
notable
that
outcomes
of
functional
near-infrared
spectroscopy
(fNIRS)
studies
depend
heavily
on
data
processing
pipeline
classification
model
employed.
Recently,
deep
learning
(DL)
methodologies
have
demonstrated
fast
accurate
performances
tasks
across
many
biomedical
fields.
Aim:
We
aim
review
emerging
DL
applications
fNIRS
studies.
Approach:
first
introduce
some
commonly
used
techniques.
Then,
summarizes
current
work
most
active
areas
this
field,
including
brain-computer
interface,
neuro-impairment
diagnosis,
neuroscience
discovery.
Results:
Of
63
papers
considered
review,
32
report
comparative
study
techniques
traditional
machine
where
26
been
shown
outperforming
latter
terms
accuracy.
In
addition,
eight
also
utilize
reduce
amount
preprocessing
typically
done
with
or
increase
via
augmentation.
Conclusions:
The
application
mitigate
hurdles
present
such
as
lengthy
small
sample
sizes
while
achieving
comparable
improved
Sensors,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
23(13), P. 6001 - 6001
Published: June 28, 2023
This
paper
provides
a
comprehensive
overview
of
the
state-of-the-art
in
brain–computer
interfaces
(BCI).
It
begins
by
providing
an
introduction
to
BCIs,
describing
their
main
operation
principles
and
most
widely
used
platforms.
The
then
examines
various
components
BCI
system,
such
as
hardware,
software,
signal
processing
algorithms.
Finally,
it
looks
at
current
trends
research
related
use
for
medical,
educational,
other
purposes,
well
potential
future
applications
this
technology.
concludes
highlighting
some
key
challenges
that
still
need
be
addressed
before
widespread
adoption
can
occur.
By
presenting
up-to-date
assessment
technology,
will
provide
valuable
insight
into
where
field
is
heading
terms
progress
innovation.
Bioengineering,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
10(12), P. 1393 - 1393
Published: Dec. 6, 2023
Motor
impairment
has
a
profound
impact
on
significant
number
of
individuals,
leading
to
substantial
demand
for
rehabilitation
services.
Through
brain–computer
interfaces
(BCIs),
people
with
severe
motor
disabilities
could
have
improved
communication
others
and
control
appropriately
designed
robotic
prosthetics,
so
as
(at
least
partially)
restore
their
abilities.
BCI
plays
pivotal
role
in
promoting
smoother
interactions
between
individuals
impairments
others.
Moreover,
they
enable
the
direct
assistive
devices
through
brain
signals.
In
particular,
most
potential
lies
realm
rehabilitation,
where
BCIs
can
offer
real-time
feedback
assist
users
training
continuously
monitor
brain’s
state
throughout
entire
process.
Hybridization
different
brain-sensing
modalities,
especially
functional
near-infrared
spectroscopy
(fNIRS)
electroencephalography
(EEG),
shown
great
creation
rehabilitating
motor-impaired
populations.
EEG,
well-established
methodology,
be
combined
fNIRS
compensate
inherent
disadvantages
achieve
higher
temporal
spatial
resolution.
This
paper
reviews
recent
works
hybrid
fNIRS-EEG
emphasizing
methodologies
that
utilized
imagery.
An
overview
system
its
key
components
was
introduced,
followed
by
an
introduction
various
devices,
strengths
weaknesses
signal
processing
techniques,
applications
neuroscience
clinical
contexts.
The
review
concludes
discussing
possible
challenges
opportunities
future
development.
IEEE Transactions on Neural Systems and Rehabilitation Engineering,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
31, P. 1019 - 1029
Published: Jan. 1, 2023
The
diagnosis
of
mild
cognitive
impairment
(MCI),
a
prodromal
stage
Alzheimer's
disease
(AD),
is
essential
for
initiating
timely
treatment
to
delay
the
onset
AD.
Previous
studies
have
shown
potential
functional
near-infrared
spectroscopy
(fNIRS)
diagnosing
MCI.
However,
preprocessing
fNIRS
measurements
requires
extensive
experience
identify
poor-quality
segments.
Moreover,
few
explored
how
proper
multi-dimensional
features
influence
classification
results
disease.
Thus,
this
study
outlined
streamlined
method
process
and
compared
with
neural
networks
in
order
explore
temporal
spatial
factors
affect
MCI
normality.
More
specifically,
proposed
using
Bayesian
optimization-based
auto
hyperparameter
tuning
evaluate
1D
channel-wise,
2D
spatial,
3D
spatiotemporal
detecting
patients.
highest
test
accuracies
70.83%,
76.92%,
80.77%
were
achieved
1D,
2D,
features,
respectively.
Through
comparisons,
time-point
oxyhemoglobin
feature
was
proven
be
more
promising
by
an
dataset
127
participants.
Furthermore,
presented
approach
data
processing,
designed
models
required
no
manual
tuning,
which
promoted
general
utilization
modality
network-based
detect
Applied Sciences,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
14(14), P. 6347 - 6347
Published: July 21, 2024
This
literature
review
explores
the
pivotal
role
of
brain–computer
interface
(BCI)
technology,
coupled
with
electroencephalogram
(EEG)
in
advancing
rehabilitation
for
individuals
damaged
muscles
and
motor
systems.
study
provides
a
comprehensive
overview
recent
developments
BCI
control
rehabilitation,
emphasizing
integration
user-friendly
technological
support
robotic
prosthetics
powered
by
brain
activity.
critically
examines
latest
strides
technology
its
application
skill
recovery.
Special
attention
is
given
to
prevalent
EEG
devices
adaptable
BCI-driven
rehabilitation.
The
surveys
significant
contributions
realm
machine
learning-based
deep
evaluation.
demonstrates
promising
outcomes
enhancing
skills
identifies
key
suitable
applications,
discusses
advancements
learning
approaches
assessment,
highlights
emergence
novel
Furthermore,
it
showcases
successful
case
studies
illustrating
practical
implementation
techniques
their
positive
impact
on
diverse
patient
populations.
serves
as
cornerstone
informed
decision-making
field
results
highlight
BCI’s
advantages,
integration.
findings
potential
reshaping
practices
offer
insights
recommendations
future
research
directions.
contributes
significantly
ongoing
transformation
particularly
through
utilization
equipment,
providing
roadmap
researchers
this
dynamic
domain.
IEEE Access,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
11, P. 114155 - 114171
Published: Jan. 1, 2023
One
approach
to
therapy
and
training
for
the
restoration
of
damaged
muscles
motor
systems
is
rehabilitation.
EEG-assisted
Brain-Computer
Interface
(BCI)
may
aid
in
restoring
or
enhancing
brain's
lost
abilities.
Assisted
by
brain
activity,
BCI
offers
simple-to-use
technology
aids
robotic
prosthetics.
This
systematic
literature
review
(SLR)
aims
explore
latest
developments
control
Additionally,
typical
EEG
apparatuses
available
BCI-driven
rehabilitative
purposes
have
been
explored.
Furthermore,
a
comparison
significant
studies
rehabilitation
assessment
using
machine
learning
techniques
has
summarized.
The
results
this
study
influence
policymakers'
decisions
regarding
use
equipment,
particularly
wireless
devices,
implement
technology.
Moreover,
SLR
offer
suggestions
further
study.
To
identify
additional
characteristics
each
equipment
determine
which
one
most
suited
industry,
we
plan
on
measuring
user
experience
based
various
devices
future
research.
PLoS ONE,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
20(4), P. e0314447 - e0314447
Published: April 17, 2025
The
functional
near-infrared
spectroscopy-based
brain-computer
interface
(fNIRS-BCI)
systems
recognize
patterns
in
brain
signals
and
generate
control
commands,
thereby
enabling
individuals
with
motor
disabilities
to
regain
autonomy.
In
this
study
hand
gripping
data
is
acquired
using
fNIRS
neuroimaging
system,
preprocessing
performed
nirsLAB
features
extraction
deep
learning
(DL)
Algorithms.
For
feature
classification
stack
fft
methods
are
proposed.
Convolutional
neural
networks
(CNN),
long
short-term
memory
(LSTM),
bidirectional
long-short-term
(Bi-LSTM)
employed
extract
features.
method
classifies
these
a
model
the
enhances
by
applying
fast
Fourier
transformation
which
followed
model.
proposed
applied
from
twenty
participants
engaged
two-class
hand-gripping
activity.
performance
of
compared
conventional
CNN,
LSTM,
Bi-LSTM
algorithms
one
another.
yield
90.11%
87.00%
accuracies
respectively,
significantly
higher
than
those
achieved
CNN
(85.16%),
LSTM
(79.46%),
(81.88%)
algorithms.
results
show
that
can
be
effectively
used
for
two
three-class
problems
fNIRS-BCI
applications.
Applied Sciences,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
15(9), P. 5151 - 5151
Published: May 6, 2025
Pain
assessment
is
a
challenging
task
for
clinicians
due
to
its
subjective
nature,
particularly
in
individuals
with
communication
difficulties,
cognitive
impairments,
or
severe
disabilities.
Traditional
methods
such
as
the
Visual
Analogue
Scale
(VAS),
Numerical
Rating
(NRS),
and
Verbal
(VRS)
rely
heavily
on
patient
feedback,
which
can
be
inconsistent
subjective.
To
address
these
limitations,
developing
objective
reliable
pain
tools
that
incorporate
advanced
technologies,
multimodal
data
integration
from
video
fNIRS,
important
improving
clinical
outcomes.
However,
challenges
noise
susceptibility
fNIRS
signals
must
carefully
addressed
realize
their
full
potential.
Recent
studies
have
explored
automatic
using
machine
learning
deep
techniques,
require
high-quality
accurately
represent
categories.
In
response
introduction
of
new
dataset
AI4Pain
Challenge,
we
proposed
neural
network
model
utilizing
attention-based
fusion
improve
overall
accuracy
(MMAPA).
Our
leverages
modalities
well
manually
extracted
statistical
features.
We
also
implemented
signal
preprocessing
artifact
filtering,
significantly
improved
performance
both
feature
branches.
On
hidden
test
set,
our
achieved
an
51.33%,
outperforming
official
baseline
43.33%.
evaluate
generalizability,
further
tested
method
BioVid
Heat
Database,
where
highest
10-fold
cross-validation
setting,
PainAttNet
unimodal
variants.
These
results
highlight
effectiveness
approach
classification
across
datasets.
Frontiers in Human Neuroscience,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
16
Published: Jan. 9, 2023
Introduction:
Most
spinal
cord
injuries
(SCI)
result
in
lower
extremities
paralysis,
thus
diminishing
ambulation.
Using
brain-computer
interfaces
(BCI),
patients
may
regain
leg
control
using
neural
signals
that
actuate
assistive
devices.
Here,
we
present
a
case
of
subject
with
cervical
SCI
an
implanted
electrocorticography
(ECoG)
device
and
determined
whether
the
system
is
capable
motor-imagery-initiated
walking
ambulator.
Methods:
A
24-year-old
male
(C5
ASIA
A)
was
before
study
ECoG
sensing
over
sensorimotor
hand
region
brain.
The
used
motor-imagery
(MI)
to
train
decoders
classify
rhythms.
Fifteen
sessions
closed-loop
trials
followed
which
ambulated
for
one
hour
on
robotic-assisted
weight-supported
treadmill
three
times
per
week.
We
evaluated
stability
best-performing
decoder
time
initiate
by
decoding
upper-limb
(UL)
MI.
Results:
An
online
bagged
trees
classifier
performed
best
accuracy
84.15%
averaged
across
9
weeks.
Decoder
remained
stable
following
throughout
data
collection.
Discussion:
These
results
demonstrate
UL
MI
feasible
signal
use
lower-limb
motor
control.
Invasive
BCI
systems
designed
upper-extremity
can
be
extended
controlling
beyond
upper
extremity
alone.
Importantly,
were
able
invasive
several
weeks
accurately
from
signal.
More
work
needed
determine
long-term
consequence
between
resulting