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An analysis of signal processing algorithm performance for cortical intrinsic optical signal imaging and strategies
J A Turley1,2, K Zalewska3,4, M Nilsson3,4
1School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, University of Newcastle, Callaghan, NSW, Australia. jordan.turley@uon.edu.au.
Signal processing is crucial for Intrinsic Optical Signal (IOS) imaging of the cerebral cortex. This study compares techniques, finding spatial Gaussian filtering best for spatial responses and temporal filtering for temporal responses.
Area of Science:
- Neuroscience
- Optical Imaging
- Signal Processing
Background:
- Intrinsic Optical Signal (IOS) imaging visualizes cerebral cortex activity.
- IOS imaging faces challenges with noise, artifacts, and interference.
- Effective signal processing is vital for high-quality IOS data.
Purpose of the Study:
- To compare the performance of various signal processing techniques for IOS imaging.
- To evaluate methods for quantifying stimuli-response IOS data.
- To identify optimal signal processing strategies for IOS analysis.
Main Methods:
- Data acquired from mouse somatosensory cortex using IOS imaging.
- Piezoelectric stimulation of the hindlimb induced neural activity.
- Compared spatial and temporal responses using multiple signal processing techniques.
Main Results:
- Spatial Gaussian filtering enhanced spatial IOS responses effectively.
- Temporal low-pass and band-pass filtering optimized temporal responses with periodic stimuli.
- Global signal regression and truncated difference provided robust results without requiring periodic stimuli.
Conclusions:
- Spatial Gaussian filtering is recommended for improving spatial IOS data.
- Temporal filtering methods are effective for analyzing temporal IOS responses.
- Global signal regression and truncated difference offer versatile alternatives for IOS signal processing.
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