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  • Neuroscience
  • Computational Biology
  • Statistical Modeling

Background:

  • Analyzing temporal dynamics of neural activity is crucial for understanding brain function.
  • Quantifying relationships between neural data and behavioral/physiological variables is challenging.
  • Advanced computational modeling is often required for these analyses.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide a protocol for statistical analysis of brain dynamics.
  • To test associations between neural activity and non-imaging variables.
  • To offer a user-friendly toolbox for researchers.

Main Methods:

  • Utilizes a generalized hidden Markov model (HMM), specifically the Gaussian-linear HMM.
  • Employs permutation-based methods and structured Monte Carlo resampling for statistical inference.
  • Supports multiple experimental modalities (task-based, resting-state) and handles confounding variables.

Main Results:

  • The protocol facilitates the quantification and testing of associations between neural dynamics and other variables.
  • The open-source Python package offers both a library and a graphical interface.
  • Includes tools for intuitive visualization of statistical results and comprehensive tutorials.

Conclusions:

  • The developed protocol covers the complete workflow for statistical analysis of functional neural data.
  • The toolbox is accessible to researchers with varying programming expertise.
  • Enables robust analysis of brain dynamics in neuroscience and mental health research.