Changes for page Methodology
Last modified by manuelmenendez on 2025/03/14 08:31
From version 18.1
edited by manuelmenendez
on 2025/02/13 12:52
on 2025/02/13 12:52
Change comment:
There is no comment for this version
To version 17.1
edited by manuelmenendez
on 2025/02/09 13:01
on 2025/02/09 13:01
Change comment:
There is no comment for this version
Summary
-
Page properties (1 modified, 0 added, 0 removed)
Details
- Page properties
-
- Content
-
... ... @@ -1,133 +1,154 @@ 1 1 == **Overview** == 2 2 3 -Neurodiagnoses develops a tridimensional diagnostic framework for CNS diseases, incorporating AI-powered annotation tools to improve interpretability, standardization, and clinical utility. The methodology integrates multi-modal data, including genetic, neuroimaging, neurophysiological, and biomarker datasets, and applies machine learning models to generate structured, explainable diagnostic outputs.3 +Neurodiagnoses develops a **tridimensional diagnostic framework** for **CNS diseases**, incorporating **AI-powered annotation tools** to improve **interpretability, standardization, and clinical utility.** 4 4 5 +This methodology integrates **multi-modal data**, including: 6 +**Genetic data** (whole-genome sequencing, polygenic risk scores). 7 +**Neuroimaging** (MRI, PET, EEG, MEG). 8 +**Neurophysiological data** (EEG-based biomarkers, sleep actigraphy). 9 +**CSF & Blood Biomarkers** (Amyloid-beta, Tau, Neurofilament Light). 10 + 11 +By applying **machine learning models**, Neurodiagnoses generates **structured, explainable diagnostic outputs** to assist **clinical decision-making** and **biomarker-driven patient stratification.** 12 + 5 5 ---- 6 6 7 -== ** HowtoUseExternal Databasesin Neurodiagnoses** ==15 +== **Data Integration & External Databases** == 8 8 9 - Toenhance the accuracyofour diagnostic models,Neurodiagnosesintegrates data from multiple biomedical and neurologicalresearch databases.If you are a researcher, follow these steps to access, prepare, andintegratedata into theNeurodiagnosesframework.17 +=== **How to Use External Databases in Neurodiagnoses** === 10 10 11 - ===**PotentialDataSources**===19 +Neurodiagnoses integrates data from multiple **biomedical and neurological research databases**. Researchers can follow these steps to **access, prepare, and integrate** data into the Neurodiagnoses framework. 12 12 13 -Neurodiagnoses maintains an updated list of potential biomedical databases relevant to neurodegenerative diseases. 21 +**Potential Data Sources** 22 +**Reference:** [[List of Potential Databases>>url:https://github.com/Fundacion-de-Neurociencias/neurodiagnoses/blob/main/data/sources/list_of_potential_databases]] 14 14 15 - *Reference: [[ListofPotential Databases>>url:https://github.com/Fundacion-de-Neurociencias/neurodiagnoses/blob/main/data/sources/list_of_potential_databases]]24 +=== **Register for Access** === 16 16 17 -=== **1. Register for Access** === 26 +Each **external database** requires **individual registration** and approval. 27 +✔️ Follow the official **data access guidelines** of each provider. 28 +✔️ Ensure compliance with **ethical approvals** and **data-sharing agreements (DUAs).** 18 18 19 - Eachexternaldatabase requires individual registrationandaccessapproval. Follow theofficial guidelinesof each databaseprovider.30 +=== **Download & Prepare Data** === 20 20 21 -* Ensure that you have completed all ethical approvals and data access agreements before integrating datasets into Neurodiagnoses. 22 -* Some repositories require a Data Usage Agreement (DUA) before downloading sensitive medical data. 32 +Once access is granted, download datasets **following compliance guidelines** and **format requirements** for integration. 23 23 24 - ===**2. Download&Prepare Data**===34 +**Supported File Formats** 25 25 26 -Once access is granted, download datasets while complying with data usage policies. Ensure that the files meet Neurodiagnoses’ format requirements for smooth integration. 36 +* **Tabular Data**: .csv, .tsv 37 +* **Neuroimaging Data**: .nii, .dcm 38 +* **Genomic Data**: .fasta, .vcf 39 +* **Clinical Metadata**: .json, .xml 27 27 28 - ====**SupportedFileFormats**====41 +**Mandatory Fields for Integration** 29 29 30 -* Tabular Data: .csv, .tsv 31 -* Neuroimaging Data: .nii, .dcm 32 -* Genomic Data: .fasta, .vcf 33 -* Clinical Metadata: .json, .xml 43 +|=**Field Name**|=**Description** 44 +|**Subject ID**|Unique patient identifier 45 +|**Diagnosis**|Standardized disease classification 46 +|**Biomarkers**|CSF, plasma, or imaging biomarkers 47 +|**Genetic Data**|Whole-genome or exome sequencing 48 +|**Neuroimaging Metadata**|MRI/PET acquisition parameters 34 34 35 -=== =**MandatoryFields forIntegration** ====50 +=== **Upload Data to Neurodiagnoses** === 36 36 37 -|=Field Name|=Description 38 -|Subject ID|Unique patient identifier 39 -|Diagnosis|Standardized disease classification 40 -|Biomarkers|CSF, plasma, or imaging biomarkers 41 -|Genetic Data|Whole-genome or exome sequencing 42 -|Neuroimaging Metadata|MRI/PET acquisition parameters 52 +**Option 1:** Upload to **EBRAINS Bucket** → [[Neurodiagnoses Data Storage>>url:https://wiki.ebrains.eu/bin/view/Collabs/neurodiagnoses/Bucket]] 53 +**Option 2:** Contribute via **GitHub Repository** → [[GitHub Data Repository>>url:https://github.com/Fundacion-de-Neurociencias/neurodiagnoses/tree/main/data]] 43 43 44 - ===**3.UploadDataoNeurodiagnoses**===55 +**For large datasets, please contact project administrators before uploading.** 45 45 46 - Oncepreprocessed,datacanbe uploadedtoEBRAINSorGitHub.57 +=== **Integrate Data into AI Models** === 47 47 48 -* ((( 49 -**Option 1: Upload to EBRAINS Bucket** 59 +Use **Jupyter Notebooks** on EBRAINS for **data preprocessing.** 60 +Standardize data using **harmonization tools.** 61 +Train AI models with **newly integrated datasets.** 50 50 51 -* Location: [[EBRAINS Neurodiagnoses Bucket>>url:https://wiki.ebrains.eu/bin/view/Collabs/neurodiagnoses/Bucket]] 52 -* Ensure correct metadata tagging before submission. 53 -))) 54 -* ((( 55 -**Option 2: Contribute via GitHub Repository** 63 +**Reference:** [[Data Processing Guide>>url:https://github.com/Fundacion-de-Neurociencias/neurodiagnoses/blob/main/docs/data_processing.md]] 56 56 57 -* Location: [[GitHub Data Repository>>url:https://github.com/Fundacion-de-Neurociencias/neurodiagnoses/tree/main/data]] 58 -* Create a new folder under /data/ and include dataset description. 59 -))) 65 +---- 60 60 61 - //Note:Forlargeatasets, please contact theprojectadministratorsbeforeuploading.//67 +== **AI-Powered Annotation & Machine Learning Models** == 62 62 63 - ===**4.IntegrateData intoAIModels**===69 +Neurodiagnoses applies **advanced machine learning models** to classify CNS diseases, extract features from **biomarkers and neuroimaging**, and provide **AI-powered annotation.** 64 64 65 - Onceuploaded, datasets must be harmonized and formatted beforeAImodel training.71 +=== **AI Model Categories** === 66 66 67 -==== **Steps for Data Integration** ==== 73 +|=**Model Type**|=**Function**|=**Example Algorithms** 74 +|**Probabilistic Diagnosis**|Assigns probability scores to multiple CNS disorders.|Random Forest, XGBoost, Bayesian Networks 75 +|**Tridimensional Diagnosis**|Classifies disorders based on Etiology, Biomarkers, and Neuroanatomical Correlations.|CNNs, Transformers, Autoencoders 76 +|**Biomarker Prediction**|Predicts missing biomarker values using regression.|KNN Imputation, Bayesian Estimation 77 +|**Neuroimaging Feature Extraction**|Extracts patterns from MRI, PET, EEG.|CNNs, Graph Neural Networks 78 +|**Clinical Decision Support**|Generates AI-driven diagnostic reports.|SHAP Explainability Tools 68 68 69 -* Open Jupyter Notebooks on EBRAINS to run preprocessing scripts. 70 -* Standardize neuroimaging and biomarker formats using harmonization tools. 71 -* Use machine learning models to handle missing data and feature extraction. 72 -* Train AI models with newly integrated patient cohorts. 73 -* Reference: [[Detailed instructions can be found in docs/data_processing.md>>url:https://github.com/Fundacion-de-Neurociencias/neurodiagnoses/blob/main/docs/data_processing.md]]. 80 +**Reference:** [[AI Model Documentation>>url:https://github.com/Fundacion-de-Neurociencias/neurodiagnoses/blob/main/docs/models.md]] 74 74 75 75 ---- 76 76 77 -== ** Database SourcesTable** ==84 +== **Clinical Decision Support & Tridimensional Diagnostic Framework** == 78 78 79 - ===**Where toInsertThis**===86 +Neurodiagnoses generates **structured AI reports** for clinicians, combining: 80 80 81 -* GitHub: [[docs/data_sources.md>>url:https://github.com/Fundacion-de-Neurociencias/neurodiagnoses/blob/main/docs/data_sources.md]]82 -* EBRAINS Wiki:Collabs/neurodiagnoses/DataSources88 +**Probabilistic Diagnosis:** AI-generated ranking of potential diagnoses. 89 +**Tridimensional Classification:** Standardized diagnostic reports based on: 83 83 84 -=== **Key Databases for Neurodiagnoses** === 91 +1. **Axis 1:** **Etiology** → Genetic, Autoimmune, Prion, Toxic, Vascular. 92 +1. **Axis 2:** **Molecular Markers** → CSF, Neuroinflammation, EEG biomarkers. 93 +1. **Axis 3:** **Neuroanatomoclinical Correlations** → MRI atrophy, PET. 85 85 86 -|=Database|=Focus Area|=Data Type|=Access Link 87 -|ADNI|Alzheimer's Disease|MRI, PET, CSF, cognitive tests|ADNI 88 -|PPMI|Parkinson’s Disease|Imaging, biospecimens|[[PPMI>>url:https://www.ppmi-info.org/]] 89 -|GP2|Genetic Data for PD|Whole-genome sequencing|[[GP2>>url:https://gp2.org/]] 90 -|Enroll-HD|Huntington’s Disease|Clinical, genetic, imaging|[[Enroll-HD>>url:https://enroll-hd.org/]] 91 -|GAAIN|Alzheimer's & Cognitive Decline|Multi-source data aggregation|[[GAAIN>>url:https://www.gaain.org/]] 92 -|UK Biobank|Population-wide studies|Genetic, imaging, health records|[[UK Biobank>>url:https://www.ukbiobank.ac.uk/]] 93 -|DPUK|Dementia & Aging|Imaging, genetics, lifestyle factors|[[DPUK>>url:https://www.dementiasplatform.uk/]] 94 -|PRION Registry|Prion Diseases|Clinical and genetic data|[[PRION Registry>>url:https://www.prionalliance.org/]] 95 -|DECIPHER|Rare Genetic Disorders|Genomic variants|DECIPHER 95 +**Reference:** [[Tridimensional Classification Guide>>url:https://github.com/Fundacion-de-Neurociencias/neurodiagnoses/blob/main/docs/classification.md]] 96 96 97 -If you know a relevant dataset, submit a proposal in [[GitHub Issues>>url:https://github.com/Fundacion-de-Neurociencias/neurodiagnoses/issues]]. 98 - 99 99 ---- 100 100 101 -== ** Collaboration &Partnerships** ==99 +== **Data Security, Compliance & Federated Learning** == 102 102 103 -=== **Where to Insert This** === 101 +✔ **Privacy-Preserving AI**: Implements **Federated Learning**, ensuring that patient data **never leaves** local institutions. 102 +✔ **Secure Data Access**: Data remains **stored in EBRAINS MIP servers** using **differential privacy techniques.** 103 +✔ **Ethical & GDPR Compliance**: Data-sharing agreements **must be signed** before use. 104 104 105 -* GitHub: [[docs/collaboration.md>>url:https://github.com/Fundacion-de-Neurociencias/neurodiagnoses/blob/main/docs/collaboration.md]] 106 -* EBRAINS Wiki: Collabs/neurodiagnoses/Collaborations 105 +**Reference:** [[Data Protection & Federated Learning>>url:https://github.com/Fundacion-de-Neurociencias/neurodiagnoses/blob/main/docs/security.md]] 107 107 108 - === **Partnering with Data Providers** ===107 +---- 109 109 110 - Beyondusing existing datasets,Neurodiagnoseseekspartnershipswithdata repositoriesto:109 +== **Data Processing & Integration with Clinica.Run** == 111 111 112 -* Enable direct API-based data integration for real-time processing. 113 -* Co-develop harmonized AI-ready datasets with standardized annotations. 114 -* Secure funding opportunities through joint grant applications. 111 +Neurodiagnoses now supports **Clinica.Run**, an **open-source neuroimaging platform** for **multimodal data processing.** 115 115 116 -=== **I nterestedin Partnering?** ===113 +=== **How It Works** === 117 117 118 -If you represent a research consortium or database provider, reach out to explore data-sharing agreements. 115 +✔ **Neuroimaging Preprocessing**: MRI, PET, EEG data is preprocessed using **Clinica.Run pipelines.** 116 +✔ **Automated Biomarker Extraction**: Extracts volumetric, metabolic, and functional biomarkers. 117 +✔ **Data Security & Compliance**: Clinica.Run is **GDPR & HIPAA-compliant.** 119 119 120 - *Contact: [[info@neurodiagnoses.com>>mailto:info@neurodiagnoses.com]]119 +=== **Implementation Steps** === 121 121 121 +1. Install **Clinica.Run** dependencies. 122 +1. Configure **Clinica.Run pipeline** in clinica_run_config.json. 123 +1. Run **biomarker extraction pipelines** for AI-based diagnostics. 124 + 125 +**Reference:** [[Clinica.Run Documentation>>url:https://github.com/Fundacion-de-Neurociencias/neurodiagnoses/blob/main/docs/clinica_run.md]] 126 + 122 122 ---- 123 123 124 -== ** FinalNotes** ==129 +== **Collaborative Development & Research** == 125 125 126 - Neurodiagnosescontinuouslyexpandsitsdataecosystem tosupportAI-drivenclinicaldecision-making.Researchersand institutionsare encouraged to contribute new datasets and methodologies.131 +**We Use GitHub to Develop AI Models & Store Research Data** 127 127 128 -For additional technical documentation: 133 +* **GitHub Repository:** AI model training scripts. 134 +* **GitHub Issues:** Tracks ongoing research questions. 135 +* **GitHub Wiki:** Project documentation & user guides. 129 129 130 -* [[GitHub Repository>>url:https://github.com/Fundacion-de-Neurociencias/neurodiagnoses]] 131 -* [[EBRAINS Collaboration Page>>url:https://wiki.ebrains.eu/bin/view/Collabs/neurodiagnoses/]] 137 +**We Use EBRAINS for Data & Collaboration** 132 132 133 -If you experience issues integrating data, open a [[GitHub Issue>>url:https://github.com/Fundacion-de-Neurociencias/neurodiagnoses/issues]] or consult the EBRAINS Neurodiagnoses Forum. 139 +* **EBRAINS Buckets:** Large-scale neuroimaging and biomarker storage. 140 +* **EBRAINS Jupyter Notebooks:** Cloud-based AI model execution. 141 +* **EBRAINS Wiki:** Research documentation and updates. 142 + 143 +**Join the Project Forum:** [[GitHub Discussions>>url:https://github.com/Fundacion-de-Neurociencias/neurodiagnoses/discussions]] 144 + 145 +---- 146 + 147 +**For Additional Documentation:** 148 + 149 +* **GitHub Repository:** [[Neurodiagnoses AI Models>>url:https://github.com/Fundacion-de-Neurociencias/neurodiagnoses]] 150 +* **EBRAINS Wiki:** [[Neurodiagnoses Research Collaboration>>url:https://wiki.ebrains.eu/bin/view/Collabs/neurodiagnoses/]] 151 + 152 +---- 153 + 154 +**Neurodiagnoses is Open for Contributions – Join Us Today!**