Opportunities and methodological challenges in EEG and MEG resting state functional brain network research
van Diessen, E; Numan, T; van Dellen, E; van der Kooi, A W; Boersma, M; Hofman, D; van Lutterveld, R; van Dijk, B W; van Straaten, E C W; Hillebrand, A; Stam, C J
(2015) Clinical Neurophysiology, volume 126, issue 8, pp. 1468 - 1481
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Abstract
Electroencephalogram (EEG) and magnetoencephalogram (MEG) recordings during resting state are increasingly used to study functional connectivity and network topology. Moreover, the number of different analysis approaches is expanding along with the rising interest in this research area. The comparison between studies can therefore be challenging and discussion is needed to
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underscore methodological opportunities and pitfalls in functional connectivity and network studies. In this overview we discuss methodological considerations throughout the analysis pipeline of recording and analyzing resting state EEG and MEG data, with a focus on functional connectivity and network analysis. We summarize current common practices with their advantages and disadvantages; provide practical tips, and suggestions for future research. Finally, we discuss how methodological choices in resting state research can affect the construction of functional networks. When taking advantage of current best practices and avoid the most obvious pitfalls, functional connectivity and network studies can be improved and enable a more accurate interpretation and comparison between studies.
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Keywords: Brain, Brain Mapping, Electroencephalography, Functional Neuroimaging, Humans, Magnetoencephalography, Nerve Net, Neurons, Resting state, EEG, MEG, Functional connectivity, Functional networks, Graph analysis, Minimum spanning tree, Journal Article, Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't, Review
ISSN: 1388-2457
Publisher: Elsevier Ireland Ltd
Note: Copyright © 2014 International Federation of Clinical Neurophysiology. Published by Elsevier Ireland Ltd. All rights reserved.
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