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Open Brain Research Data Sources
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OpenNeuro |
Public repository for neuroimaging data (fMRI, EEG, MEG).
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Human Connectome Project
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High-resolution imaging data for studying brain connectivity.
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NeuroVault
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Collection of statistical maps for neuroimaging research.
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BrainMap
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Database of human brain functional and structural studies.
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UK Biobank
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Large-scale biomedical database, including brain imaging and genetics.
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ADNI (Alzheimer’s Data)
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Alzheimer’s progression data with imaging, biomarkers, and cognition.
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ADNI
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AMP-AD Knowledge Portal |
Open data for Alzheimer’s and neurodegenerative diseases.
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PhysioNet |
EEG, ECG, and neurophysiology datasets for cognitive studies.
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EEG Many Labs
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Open EEG datasets for cognitive neuroscience research.
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Child Mind Institute HBN |
Cognitive, behavioral, and neuroimaging data on children’s brain development.
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The Virtual Brain
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Open-source platform for simulating brain dynamics.
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Allen Brain Atlas
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Gene expression, connectivity, and structural data of the human/mouse brain.
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Allen Brain Atlas
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Open Source Brain
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Open platform for sharing and simulating neuroscience models.
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PEBL (Psychology Experiment Building Language)
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Open-source software for creating and running psychology experiments.
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PEBL
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PsychoPy
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Open-source software for building and running cognitive and neuroscience experiments.
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PsyToolKit
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Free web-based tool for psychological surveys and cognitive experiments.
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These platforms cover neuroimaging, cognitive psychology, EEG, genetics, computational neuroscience, and behavioral research. Let me know if you need guidance on using these resources for hypothesis-driven research! 🚀
Neuroimaging & Brain Mapping Software
Tools for processing, analyzing, and visualizing MRI, fMRI, PET, and DTI data.
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FSL |
Analysis of MRI, fMRI, and DTI brain imaging.
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SPM |
MATLAB-based software for neuroimaging analysis (fMRI, PET, EEG).
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AFNI |
Suite of tools for fMRI and brain mapping.
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FreeSurfer |
Cortical thickness analysis, segmentation, and brain reconstruction.
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Nilearn |
Machine learning and statistical analysis for neuroimaging in Python.
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NeuroVault |
Online repository for statistical brain maps.
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Nipype |
Workflow automation for neuroimaging analysis.
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FastSurfer |
Deep learning-based cortical reconstruction from MRI.
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EEG, MEG, and Electrophysiology Analysis
Software for processing electrophysiological signals (EEG, MEG, ERP, ECoG, BCI, biosignal processing).
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MNE-Python
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Python package for EEG, MEG, and fNIRS analysis.
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Brainstorm |
EEG/MEG processing and analysis.
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EEGLAB |
MATLAB-based software for EEG analysis.
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NeuroKit2 |
Python toolkit for processing physiological signals (EEG, ECG, EDA, etc.).
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OpenViBE |
EEG and BCI (Brain-Computer Interface) signal processing software.
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FieldTrip |
MATLAB toolbox for EEG/MEG signal analysis.
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Biosig |
Biosignal processing for EEG, ECG, and EMG.
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BCILAB |
Brain-computer interface development platform.
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Cognitive Science & Psychology Experiment Design
Tools for building cognitive, psychological, and behavioral experiments.
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PsychoPy
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Open-source software for cognitive experiments.
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PEBL
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Free software for creating cognitive tests.
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PEBL
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PsyToolKit
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Web-based tool for surveys and cognitive experiments.
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jsPsych |
JavaScript library for browser-based psychology experiments.
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Experiment |
Python package for psychological experiments.
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E-Prime
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Commercial software for designing psychology experiments.
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E-Prime
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Gorilla Experiment Builder
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Web-based platform for cognitive and behavioral experiments.
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Lab.js
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JavaScript-based cognitive psychology experiment builder.
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Lab.js
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Computational Neuroscience & Brain Simulation
Tools for brain modeling, network simulations, and computational neuroscience.
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The Virtual Brain
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Open-source simulation of large-scale brain networks.
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NeuroML |
Open standard for modeling neural systems.
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NEST Simulator
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Large-scale spiking neural network simulations.
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Brian2 |
Neural simulator for spiking models in Python.
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Open Source Brain
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Platform for sharing neuroscience models.
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TVB Cloud
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Cloud-based version of The Virtual Brain.
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TVB Cloud
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Neuron |
Simulator for modeling individual neurons.
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Neuron |
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GENESIS |
Biologically realistic neural network simulator.
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AI & Machine Learning for Neuroscience
Software for applying AI, deep learning, and machine learning to neuroscience data.
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DeepBrainSeg |
Deep learning-based brain MRI segmentation.
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NeuroNet |
AI-powered fMRI analysis.
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Deep Learning for EEG
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CNN models for EEG signal classification.
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AutoML Brain Imaging
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Automated machine learning for brain imaging analysis.
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Data Management & Sharing
Platforms for data storage, standardization, and reproducibility.
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