fmriprep

Execute containerized BIDS-App fMRI preprocessing with motion correction and anatomical registration.

269|20|Updated Jun 13, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/NeuroAIHub/BrainPilot --skill fmriprep-neuroaihub
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Skill: fmriprep
Source: https://github.com/NeuroAIHub/BrainPilot/tree/main/packages/skills/skills/06_fMRI_Neuroimaging/fmriprep
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/NeuroAIHub/BrainPilot --skill fmriprep-neuroaihub

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This skill addresses the complexity of fMRI preprocessing by providing a standardized, containerized pipeline that handles motion correction, field unwarping, normalization, and brain extraction, ensuring reproducible results across diverse neuroimaging datasets.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Standardized Preprocessing: Executes a robust BIDS-App pipeline built on industry-standard tools like FSL, ANTs, and FreeSurfer.
  • Advanced Denoising Support: Generates a comprehensive confounds table for downstream nuisance regression, including motion parameters and CompCor components.
  • Use Case: A researcher needs to preprocess a multi-session BIDS dataset for a clinical study; this skill automates the entire workflow, from susceptibility distortion correction to surface resampling, while generating a detailed visual QA report for every subject.

Quick Start

Use the fmriprep skill to run the preprocessing pipeline on the BIDS dataset located at /path/to/bids and save the derivatives to /path/to/derivatives.

Frequently Asked Questions about fmriprep

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I automate fMRI preprocessing for a BIDS dataset?

To automate fMRI preprocessing, you can run a containerized BIDS-App pipeline that executes motion correction, field unwarping, and anatomical registration on your BIDS-compliant dataset, outputting standardized derivatives and nuisance regressor tables.

Does fMRI preprocessing require a FreeSurfer license?

Yes, fMRI preprocessing requires a valid FreeSurfer license to ensure accurate anatomical surface reconstruction and spatial normalization during the automated pipeline execution.

What is included in the confounds table for resting-state fMRI denoising?

The confounds table for fMRI denoising includes motion parameters and CompCor components, providing comprehensive nuisance regressors for downstream analysis workflows to remove noise and artifacts.

Can I use this pipeline for multi-session clinical neuroimaging studies?

Yes, you can use this pipeline for multi-session clinical neuroimaging studies; it automates the entire workflow from susceptibility distortion correction to surface resampling and generates a detailed visual QA report for every subject.

What neuroimaging tools does the BIDS-App pipeline integrate?

The BIDS-App pipeline integrates industry-standard neuroimaging tools including FSL, ANTs, and FreeSurfer to perform robust brain extraction, spatial normalization, and anatomical surface reconstruction.

How does standardized fMRI preprocessing ensure reproducible results across datasets?

Standardized fMRI preprocessing ensures reproducible results by using a containerized pipeline that consistently handles normalization, field unwarping, and brain extraction across diverse neuroimaging datasets.