Medical Xpress October 7, 2024
A research team from the International Research Institute for Artificial Intelligence at Harbin Institute of Technology, Shenzhen, has recently published a comprehensive review in the journal Health Data Science on the application of brain network models (BNMs) in the medical field. This study summarizes recent advances and challenges in using BNMs to simulate brain activities, understand neuropathological mechanisms, evaluate therapeutic effects, and predict disease progression.
BNMs are mathematical modeling tools based on neural networks that integrate structural connectivity (SC) and functional connectivity (FC) data to simulate dynamic changes in the brain under various neurological conditions. With advancements in neuroimaging techniques, BNMs have become crucial in studying underlying mechanisms for neurological disorders such as epilepsy, Alzheimer’s disease (AD), and Parkinson’s disease...