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The road ahead in clinical network neuroscience
Linda Douw1, Edwin van Dellen2, Alida A Gouw3
1Department of Anatomy and Neuroscience, Amsterdam Neuroscience, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Amsterdam UMC, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.
Network Neuroscience (Cambridge, Mass.)
|October 23, 2019
Summary
Clinical network neuroscience explores brain network topology in neurological and psychiatric diseases. This opinion paper sparks discussion on advancing the field with ten key questions for future research.
Area of Science:
- Clinical neuroscience
- Network neuroscience
- Brain network topology
Background:
- Clinical network neuroscience is a key field for studying neurological and psychiatric diseases.
- Multidisciplinary experts frequently discuss the field's current state and future directions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To present an opinionated overview of discussions among clinical network neuroscience experts.
- To propose ten questions intended to stimulate future research and advance the field.
- To serve as a conversation starter rather than a comprehensive review.
Main Methods:
- The study is based on discussions among a multidisciplinary group of experts in clinical network neuroscience.
- It outlines ten open questions relevant to the future of the field.
Main Results:
- The paper highlights key areas for future investigation within clinical network neuroscience.
- It identifies potential avenues for advancing the field through novel research questions.
Conclusions:
- The field of clinical network neuroscience has significant potential for future development.
- Further research is needed to address fundamental questions regarding dynamic processes and disease classification.
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