time-varying-brain-connectivity

Estimate time-varying directional brain connectivity from neural data using SWpC.

2|Updated Feb 12, 2026
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Skill: time-varying-brain-connectivity
Source: https://github.com/hiyenwong/ai_collection/tree/main/collection/skills/time-varying-brain-connectivity
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/hiyenwong/ai_collection --skill time-varying-brain-connectivity

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This methodology estimates time-varying directed interactions in brain networks from neural data, enabling detection of directional information flow over time.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Sliding-window prediction correlation (SWpC) to infer directional connectivity within moving windows.
  • In-window embedded linear time-invariant (LTI) modeling to quantify directionality and transfer duration.
  • Use cases span resting-state and task-based neuroimaging (fMRI, EEG, LFP) for clinical stratification, cognitive neuroscience, and multimodal validation.

Quick Start

Apply SWpC-based directed connectivity analysis to your neuroimaging dataset to estimate time-varying information flow.

Frequently Asked Questions about time-varying-brain-connectivity

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

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How do I estimate time-varying directed brain connectivity from fMRI or EEG data?

Time-varying directed brain connectivity is estimated using a sliding-window prediction correlation (SWpC) workflow with an embedded linear time-invariant model. This approach derives directional strength and window-wise duration from multi-modal neuroimaging or neural recordings.

What is sliding-window prediction correlation (SWpC) and how does it track dynamic connectivity?

Sliding-window prediction correlation (SWpC) is a technique that infers directional connectivity within moving windows over neural data. It embeds a linear time-invariant model to quantify information flow directionality and transfer duration across each window.

Can I use this dynamic directed connectivity analysis for both resting-state and task-driven neuroimaging?

Dynamic directed connectivity analysis applies to both resting-state and task-based neuroimaging. It supports multi-modal recordings including fMRI, EEG, and LFP for clinical stratification, cognitive neuroscience, and multimodal validation.

What is the best way to infer directional information flow in brain networks over time?

Inferring directional information flow over time is best achieved by applying SWpC-based directed connectivity analysis. This workflow estimates time-varying directional interactions in brain networks and provides guidance for interpretation and validation.

Do I need specific dependencies to run the SWpC-based directed connectivity workflow?

The SWpC-based directed connectivity workflow operates without specific external dependencies. You apply the analysis directly to your neuroimaging dataset to estimate time-varying information flow and derive directional strength.

Why does time-varying directed connectivity require an embedded linear time-invariant model?

Time-varying directed connectivity requires an embedded linear time-invariant model to quantify directionality and transfer duration accurately. The LTI model operates within each sliding window to derive directional strength for dynamic information flow.