A Framework for Evaluating Dynamic Directed Brain Connectivity Estimation Methods Using Synthetic EEG Signal Generation

This study presents a method for generating synthetic electroencephalography (<i>EEG)</i> signals to test dynamic directed brain connectivity estimation methods. Current methods for evaluating dynamic brain connectivity estimation techniques face challenges due to the lack of ground trut...

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Main Authors: Zoran Šverko, Saša Vlahinić, Peter Rogelj
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2024-11-01
Series:Algorithms
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/1999-4893/17/11/517
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Summary:This study presents a method for generating synthetic electroencephalography (<i>EEG)</i> signals to test dynamic directed brain connectivity estimation methods. Current methods for evaluating dynamic brain connectivity estimation techniques face challenges due to the lack of ground truth in real <i>EEG</i> signals. To address this, we propose a framework for generating synthetic <i>EEG</i> signals with predefined dynamic connectivity changes. Our approach allows for evaluating and optimizing dynamic connectivity estimation methods, particularly Granger causality (<i>GC</i>). We demonstrate the framework’s utility by identifying optimal window sizes and regression orders for <i>GC</i> analysis. The findings could guide the development of more accurate dynamic connectivity techniques.
ISSN:1999-4893