fMRI Educational Platform
Summary of the Project
The proposed project aims to develop a Functional Magnetic Resonance Imaging (fMRI) Educational Platform. fMRI is a sophisticated technique used to visualize and quantify neural activity in the human brain. Currently, education on fMRI at TU/e’s Electrical Engineering department includes oral lectures and brief software demonstrations, which do not provide students with practical experience. The proposed platform will address this gap by offering well-documented, user-friendly software that allows students to engage with the complex processing steps involved in fMRI analysis. This hands-on approach is expected to enhance students’ understanding and prepare them for the increasing use of fMRI in clinical research and practice. The project aligns with TU/e’s 2030 educational vision by promoting challenge- and research-based learning, thereby improving the quality of education and equipping students with both theoretical knowledge and practical skills.
Aim of the Project
The primary aim of the project is to innovate the educational approach to teaching fMRI analysis at TU/e. The objectives include developing a modular software platform that integrates various existing and future processing and analysis components, providing an easy-to-use interface for students. The platform will facilitate a shift from traditional oral lectures to practical, challenge-based exercises and lab assignments. This will enable students to gain a deeper understanding of fMRI processing and analysis techniques and apply this knowledge in their future careers, whether in research or clinical settings. Additionally, the project seeks to improve the assessment methods by replacing written exams with practical lab assignments, thereby better-evaluating students’ comprehension and skills. The platform will also support teachers by simplifying the teaching process and providing detailed documentation for future use and improvements.
Results and learnings
This project is still ongoing.
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