Essays about: "structural neuroimaging"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 11 essays containing the words structural neuroimaging.

  1. 1. Impact of the autoencoder-based FINTA tractogram filtering method on brain networks in subjects with Mild Cognitive Impairment

    University essay from KTH/Skolan för kemi, bioteknologi och hälsa (CBH)

    Author : Teodor Pstrusiński; [2023]
    Keywords : Tractography; Autoencoder; diffusion MRI; Filtering; Graph; Connectome; Traktografi; Autoencoder; diffusions MRT; Filtrering; Graf; Konnektom;

    Abstract : Diffusion Magnetic Resonance Imaging (dMRI) is a method for measuring molecular diffusion in biological tissue microstructure. This information can be used to predict the location and orientation of white matter fibers in the brain, a process known as tractography. READ MORE

  3. 2. The Evil Inside : A Systematic Review of Structural Differences in Psychopathy

    University essay from Högskolan i Skövde/Institutionen för biovetenskap

    Author : Diana Rehn Åstrand; Julia Vedin; [2023]
    Keywords : psychopathy; PCL-R; structural neuroimaging; prefrontal cortex;

    Abstract : The purpose of this systematic review was to characterize further the structural differences in the prefrontal cortex, limbic and paralimbic regions and amygdala alone in psychopaths. Psychopathy is a multifaceted personality disorder characterized by interpersonal and affective traits like lack of empathy, guilt or remorse, shallow affect, and carelessness, as well as behavioral traits such as impulsivity, and poor behavioral control. READ MORE

  4. 3. The Default Mode Network’s Role in Perceived Social Isolation and Social Connection: A Systematic Review

    University essay from Högskolan i Skövde/Institutionen för biovetenskap

    Author : Elin Annerud Awrohum; [2022]
    Keywords : default mode network; perceived social isolation; loneliness; social connection;

    Abstract : Feelings of social connection are important to maintain physical and psychological well-being. Perceived social isolation, or loneliness, is the subjective experience of feeling socially isolated and may be a direct threat to our health. READ MORE

  5. 4. Neural and Psychological Effects of Compassion Training: A Systematic Review

    University essay from Högskolan i Skövde/Institutionen för biovetenskap

    Author : Agnieszka Chrystowska; [2022]
    Keywords : compassion; meditation; mental training; neuroimaging;

    Abstract : Compassion is an affective state and comprises recognition of the suffering of others and a motivation to help them. Studies have indicated that compassion is trainable and compassion training based on contemplative practice has beneficial effects on well-being. READ MORE

  6. 5. Structural and Functional Brain Changes due to Pregnancy and Early Postpartum Period: A Systematic Review

    University essay from Högskolan i Skövde/Institutionen för biovetenskap

    Author : Sanne Lövgren; [2022]
    Keywords : pregnancy; brain; structural; functional;

    Abstract : A big part of the female population experience pregnancy and giving birth. Evidence from animal studies indicates numerous adaptations in the brain throughout pregnancy and the postpartum period. The effects on the human brain are not as well studied, which is problematic due to the complexity of comparing species. READ MORE