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ReeBundle, a novel Reeb graph method, captures white matter fiber topology and geometry for brain connectivity analysis. This approach enables robust fingerprinting of brain regions and aids in understanding neurological disorders.

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Area of Science:

Neuroimaging
Computational Neuroscience
Medical Image Analysis

Background:

Current white matter connectivity analysis lacks topological information, crucial for understanding neurological disorders.
Existing methods using adjacency matrices do not capture the intricate geometry and topology of neuronal fiber pathways.

Purpose of the Study:

To introduce ReeBundle, a novel Reeb graph-based method for encoding white matter fiber topology and geometry.
To develop a new Reeb graph distance metric for automated quality control and bundle comparison.
To demonstrate ReeBundle's utility in analyzing complex white matter tracts and for clinical fingerprinting.

Main Methods:

Rebundling streamlines by modeling spatial evolution to capture significant geometric events.
Utilizing Reeb graphs to encode fiber bundle topology and geometry.
Developing a Reeb graph-based distance metric for quantitative comparison.

Main Results:

ReeBundle successfully handles complex white matter tract morphologies, including branching and ambiguities, as shown on the ISMRM dataset.
Longitudinal analysis of the CRASH dataset demonstrated that ReeBundle generates reproducible Reeb graphs for individual subjects, enabling distinct subject-specific fingerprinting.
The method effectively differentiates between subjects and captures topological changes over time.

Conclusions:

ReeBundle offers an efficient method for encoding white matter fiber topology and geometry, surpassing traditional adjacency matrix approaches.
The Reeb graph-based distance metric facilitates automated quality control and comparison of white matter bundles.
ReeBundle shows significant potential for clinical applications, including the fingerprinting of brain regions and the study of neurological and developmental disorders.