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This review explores functional near-infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS) and functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) for brain-computer interfaces (BCIs). We examine their principles, applications, and future challenges in decoding brain signals.

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Area of Science:

  • Neuroscience
  • Biomedical Engineering

Background:

  • Functional near-infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS) and functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) are non-invasive neuroimaging techniques.
  • Both methods measure the blood oxygen-level dependent (BOLD) response, crucial for hemodynamic signal acquisition.
  • Anatomical specificity is a key advantage of both fNIRS and fMRI.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the fundamental principles of fNIRS and fMRI for brain-computer interface (BCI) applications.
  • To discuss recent developments and emerging trends in NIRS-based and fMRI-based BCIs.
  • To explore the applications, future directions, and challenges associated with these BCI technologies.

Main Methods:

  • Review of existing literature on fNIRS and fMRI in the context of BCIs.
  • Analysis of signal acquisition, decoding, and regulation strategies using hemodynamic data.
  • Examination of behavioral outcomes linked to NIRS and fMRI-based BCI use.

Main Results:

  • A growing body of research utilizes fNIRS and fMRI for BCI implementation.
  • These techniques enable the acquisition and decoding of hemodynamic brain signals.
  • BCIs based on fNIRS and fMRI show potential for investigating and influencing behavior.

Conclusions:

  • fNIRS and fMRI are promising non-invasive tools for advancing brain-computer interface technology.
  • Further research is needed to address challenges and optimize applications of these neuroimaging methods in BCIs.
  • The integration of fNIRS and fMRI holds significant potential for future BCI development and understanding brain function.