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SyncGenie: A programmable event synchronization device for neuroscience research.

Ludvik Alkhoury¹, Giacomo Scanavini¹, Petras Swissler²

¹Department of Radiology, Weill Cornell Medicine, New York, NY, 10065, USA.

|January 21, 2025

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Researchers developed SyncGenie, a low-cost, programmable device for synchronizing neural data with experimental events. This trigger box enhances neuroscience research by offering flexible, cost-effective event detection and data alignment.

Keywords:

Auditory and visual stimuli Electroencephalogram Event Related Potentials (ERP)Event timing Multimodality Neuroscience Stimulus synchronization and alignment Trigger box

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Area of Science:

Neuroscience
Biomedical Engineering
Signal Processing

Background:

Precise synchronization between neural activity and experimental events is crucial in neuroscience.
Existing synchronization devices can be expensive and lack flexibility for diverse research needs.

Purpose of the Study:

Introduce SyncGenie, a programmable, cost-effective synchronization device for neuroscience research.
Provide open-access hardware designs and software for building and utilizing SyncGenie.
Demonstrate SyncGenie's utility as a trigger box, digitizer, and for real-time signal analysis.

Main Methods:

Designed a programmable synchronization device (SyncGenie) with easy-to-manufacture circuit boards and components.
Developed an Arduino library for user-friendly, code-free adjustments and programmability.
Integrated various connectors (3.5 mm TRS, D-sub25, BNC, JST-XH) for broad compatibility.

Main Results:

SyncGenie supports both hardware- and software-triggered pulse synchronization.
The device functions as a cost-effective digitizer for real-time analog signal analysis.
Open-access design files and code enable DIY construction and customization.

Conclusions:

SyncGenie offers a flexible, affordable alternative to commercial synchronization devices in neuroscience.
The device's programmability and ease of use facilitate adaptation to various experimental protocols.
Open-source availability promotes wider adoption and innovation in neuroscience research tools.