Brite

A wearable & flexible multi-channel NIRS device for brain oxygenation measurement


Publications using the Brite

Cerebral Haemodynamic Assessment Following Sport-related Concussion (Mild Traumatic Brain Injury) in Youth and Amateur Rugby Union Players

Background Using functional near-infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS) as an objective diagnostic tool, we aimed to (1) compare fNIRS measurements in adult and youth male rugby players against controls over a playing season, and 2) document the fNIRS changes …

Cortical functional connectivity and topology based on complex network graph theory analysis during acute pain stimuli

Purpose We aimed to investigate alterations in the topological organization of functional brain networks in acute pain. Methods A total of 29 capsaicin group (CAP) and 19 sham controls (Sham) underwent a 10-min resting-state functional near-infrared …

Development and Testing of Range of Motion Driven Motor Unit Recruitment Device for Knee Rehabilitation

Existing research on neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES) identifies two primary control approaches: therapist-operated systems and participant-controlled systems. Therapist-operated NMES devices typically employ switches and potentiometers …

Continuous Wave-Diffuse Optical Tomography (CW-DOT) in Human Brain Mapping: A Review

Continuous wave-diffuse optical tomography (CW-DOT) has emerged as a promising non-invasive neuroimaging technique for assessing brain function. Its ability to provide brain mapping with high spatial resolution over traditional functional …

Differences in brain function entropy due to cognitive impairment: Application of functional near infrared spectroscopy measures during dual-tasking

Screening guidelines for cognitive impairment are subjective and inconsistent, often leading to delayed diagnoses. An objective, simple method is needed. Dual-tasking, combined with brain function measurements, may provide sufficient cognitive cost …

Exploring Worker-Drone Interaction in Mixed Reality: Balancing Distraction and Situational Awareness

Mixed-reality (MR) technology has been widely used to simulate high-risk workplaces in order to minimize safety concerns. However, its use in understanding worker attentional allocation during interactions with drones in future construction …

Prefrontal Blood Flow Activity During Drawing Intervention in School-Age Children with Autism: An fNIRS Hyperscanning Study

Background/Objectives: Art-based interventions have been shown to enhance communication skills in children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), yet their impact on prefrontal hemodynamics remains unclear. Methods: This study employed functional …

The application of fNIRS in studies on occupational workload: a systematic review

Background: Occupational workload can contribute to significant health problems such as chronic stress, fatigue and burnout. To investigate the underlying mechanisms, it is necessary to monitor brain activity in real work environments. Functional …

Yoga Asana Increases Pre-Frontal Cortex Activity and Reduces Resting State Functional Connectivity

Introduction: Various aspects of yoga have been researched for their psychological benefits, yet the neurological mechanisms underlying physical yoga postures (asana) remain inadequately explored due to limitations in prior neuroimaging techniques. …

Acute Cortical Brain Neuroexcitation Can Be Detected With Sacral Neuromodulation

Introduction Functional near infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS) is a noninvasive technique for measuring cortical brain neuroexcitation. Objective The objective of this study was to determine if fNIRS could detect differences in prefrontal cortex (PFC) …

Analytical pipeline optimisation in developmental fNIRS hyperscanning data: Neural coherence between 4- to 6-year old children collaborating with their mothers

Abstract Much of a child’s early learning takes place during social interactions with others. Neural synchrony, the temporal alignment of individuals’ functional brain activity, is a neural mechanism that may support successful interaction, but its …

Correlation Between Co-Design and Psychological Need Satisfaction Based on fNIRs Hyperscanning

With the increasing attention paid to user-oriented design and services, the term co-design, a form of user-participatory design, is increasingly mentioned. Previous studies have shown that co-design could better satisfy user needs in process and …

Detection of high-tone pelvic floor dysfunction using near infrared spectroscopy

High-tone pelvic floor dysfunction (HTPFD) is a neuromuscular disorder of the pelvic floor characterized by non-relaxing pelvic floor muscles, resulting in voiding and defecatory symptoms, sexual dysfunction, and pelvic pain. A challenge in the …

Differential contribution of between and within‐brain coupling to movement synchronization

A fundamental characteristic of the human brain that supports behavior is its capacity to create connections between brain regions. A promising approach holds that during social behavior, brain regions not only create connections with other brain …

Exploring Brain-Body Interactions in Parkinson’s Disease: A Study on Dual-Task Performance

Parkinson’s disease (PD) leads to impairments in cortical structures, resulting in motor and cognitive symptoms. Given the connection between brain structure deficits and physical symptoms in PD, assessing objective brain activity and body motion …

fNIRS-based hyperscanning reveals increased inter-brain synchronization in dorsolateral prefrontal cortex during interdisciplinary cooperation

The digital age has accelerated collaborative innovation among interdisciplinary groups, and the collaborative behavior between individuals from different disciplinary backgrounds has gradually become normalized.Previous studies have suggested that …

Method for Using Functional Near-Infrared Spectroscopy (fNIRS) to Explore Music-Induced Brain Activation in Orchestral Musicians in Concert

The act of performing music may induce a specific state of mind, musicians potentially becoming immersed and detached from the rest of the world. May this be measured? Does this state of mind change based on repetition? In collaboration with …

Pain classification using functional near infrared spectroscopy and assessment of virtual reality effects in cancer pain management

Objective measurements of pain and safe methods to alleviate it could revolutionize medicine. This study used functional near-infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS) and virtual reality (VR) to improve pain assessment and explore non-pharmacological pain …

Post-interaction neuroplasticity of inter-brain networks underlies the development of social relationship

Inter-brain coupling has been increasingly recognized for its role in supporting connectedness during social communication. Here we investigate whether inter-brain coupling is plastic and persists beyond the offset of social interaction, facilitating …

The emergence of moral alignment within human groups is facilitated by interbrain synchrony

Humans tend to align their behaviors and beliefs with their group peers. Establishing alignment between group members is crucial for group unity, yet the mechanisms underlying its emergence are under-explored. Here we examined the extent to which the …