In Artinis NIRS blog, you will find the latest trends in (f)NIRS, NIRS studies and applications, tutor from the leaders of near infrared spectroscopy, not to mention detailed insights and tips and tricks for your research!
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Set up the PortaMon in 6 steps - NIRS device for muscle oxygenation measurements
With the PortaMon, it is possible to perform both online measurements easily through Bluetooth connection, as well as offline measurements over a larger distance, as data can be stored on the device and downloaded afterward. Watch our newest video and discover how to correctly set up the PortaMon in only six easy steps!
Using fNIRS to study infants and babies brain – exploring a Brite mind
In the first years of life, the brain shows the fastest and most significant growth. This time period is also crucial for discovering the onset of cognitive deficits and several neuropsychiatric disorders. Hence, proper brain development in infants builds the foundation for a successful and healthy future as an adult.
fNIRS analysis toolbox series – MNE/Python
In this blog post, we present MNE-NIRS, a Python toolbox for analyzing NIRS/fNIRS data, which aims at researchers with a background in engineering, neuroscience and/or AI. The toolbox is handled by scripting the processing pipeline, which can be done in a regular Python script or within a Jupyter notebook.
Exploring the infant brain with fNIRS
Testing young babies, between 0 and 2 years of age, is definitely fun, but it also comes with challenges. We asked several developmental researchers to point out the main difficulties they typically encounter and what features an infant-friendly NIRS should have. So, what are these challenges and what can researchers and technology do to overcome them?
fNIRS analysis toolbox series – Homer
Here we present Homer3, an open-source MATLAB toolbox for analysis of fNIRS data and for creating maps of brain activation. In this blog post, we present the basic principle of Homer3 and show a simple example of how to read in data, preprocess the data (filtering only), average over trials as well as over subjects, and plot the final result in a graph.
fNIRS analysis toolbox series – FieldTrip
Here we present FieldTrip, which is a MATLAB analysis toolbox that was originally designed for electrophysiological data analysis. However, FieldTrip supports fNIRS data analysis as well. It contains high-level functions that can be combined in a MATLAB script. It aims at researchers with a background in neuroscience, engineering, optics and physics.
fNIRS analysis toolbox series – Brain AnalyzIR
Here we present the NIRS Brain AnalyzIR toolbox, a toolbox for analysis of (f)NIRS data in Matlab. NIRS Brain AnalyzIR toolbox aims at researchers with a background in neuroscience. The toolbox is suitable for researchers having basic knowledge of Matlab and especially those who are comfortable with object-oriented programming.
fNIRS analysis toolbox series – NIRSTORM
Here we present NIRSTORM, a NIRS analysis plugin for the MATLAB-based MEEG Brainstorm toolbox. It is aimed at researchers with a background in neuroscience, engineering, optics and physics. Here, we present the basic principle of NIRSTORM and show a simple example of how to go from raw data to a visualisation of the average response over trials and sessions.
fNIRS analysis toolbox series – OxySoft
OxySoft is our proprietary, and dedicated, NIRS software used to collect, store, view, and analyze all necessary data. Here, we present the basic principle of data analysis within OxySoft itself and show a simple example of how to read in data, preprocess the data (filtering only), average over trials and over subjects and plot the final result in a graph. Finally, we will show how to get the data into a format suited for statistical analysis.
fNIRS analysis toolbox series – Introduction
In the coming months, we will highlight several toolboxes that are used by fNIRS researchers. A list of available toolboxes is compiled by the society for functional Near Infrared Spectroscopy. There are many toolboxes, each with its own strengths and specializations.
The Elevated Artinis Support Center – Receiving easy and quick support and knowledge
Providing superior support solutions to our customers is one of our highest priorities. We are happy to announce that we recently released our elevated support center, which aims to provide support and education quickly and easily to all Artinis users.
Read this blogpost about the content and aims of the different pages of the support center.
Non-invasive evaluation of the endothelial and microvascular dysfunction induced by COVID-19
To provide professional intensive care specifically fit to cure COVID-19, hospitals need the appropriate space and equipment. Health care professionals have been working with limited resources in extreme environments but knowledge and experience is rapidly expanding. Several institutes have been implementing NIRS to study the endothelial and microvascular dysfunction to support the development of targeted and individualized therapies.