November 2012 PMID 22510258

A brief review on the history of human functional near-infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS) development and fields of application.

Marco Ferrari, Valentina Quaresima

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Peak: 4 in Aug 2021
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What people are saying

The posts convey moderate interest by referencing applications like neuromarketing and historical perspectives, using tone and phrasing that indicate curiosity and appreciation for foundational information. For example, phrases like 'treasure for beginners' and mentions of technological history suggest a positive but not highly passionate engagement.

AgreementNeither agree nor disagree

The comments show a neutral stance, with some posts appreciating the summary but not expressing strong disagreement or enthusiasm.

InterestModerate interest

Most discussions indicate curiosity about the technology, especially through phrases like 'neural activity with light' and mentioning fields like 'neuromarketing'.

EngagementModerate engagement

Participants briefly reference concepts such as technological advances and historical context, suggesting moderate engagement without deep technical dives.

ImpactNeutral impact

Posts recognize the relevance of the review, but do not highlight any groundbreaking impact, leading to a neutral impact score.

Abstract in brief

  • This review celebrates nearly 20 years of development in human functional near-infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS), a technique that non-invasively measures brain activity by detecting changes in blood oxygenation and blood flow in the cortex since its discovery in 1992.
  • The article provides a brief history of fNIRS, highlighting key technological advances such as moving from single-site to multi-site measurements, the introduction of commercial multi-channel systems, and the development of wireless and more advanced devices.
  • fNIRS has been applied mainly for brain mapping by creating images of cortical activity, and ongoing innovations continue to expand its capabilities and uses in neuroscience research.]

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Artinis Medical Systems
@Artinis_MS · X

#BrainAwarenessWeek  A brief review on the history of human functional near-infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS) development and fields of application. https://t.co/dXFtIBY7CU https://t.co/rJDAJFwtSo

Mar 19, 2023 · 16 likes · 3 shares · 1,290 followers View post →
Pilar Navarro
@Pilar_Navarro · X

A brief review on the history of human functional near-infrared spectr... https://t.co/3Sgu3Bx6dR #neuromarketing

Jan 5, 2020 · 1 like · 1 share · 902 followers View post →
Edgar Guevara
@guevaracodina · X

Measuring neural activity with light (English subtitles): https://t.co/LAUAkz3jUG ¿Quieres saber cómo usar la luz para ver la actividad de las neuronas? Te lo explico en un minuto aquí: https://t.co/LAUAkz3jUG

Aug 2, 2021 · 1 like · 1 share · 353 followers View post →
Dr. Joscelin Rocha-Hidalgo
@JoscelinRocha · X

RT @Artinis_MS: #BrainAwarenessWeek  A brief review on the history of human functional near-infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS) development and…

Mar 20, 2023 · 3 shares · 2,062 followers View post →
Neurobiomarketing
@NeurobioMarket · X

RT @Pilar_Navarro: A brief review on the history of human functional near-infrared spectr... https://t.co/3Sgu3Bx6dR #neuromarketing

Jan 5, 2020 · 1 share · 2,024 followers View post →
Scott R. Leimroth
@LeimrothScott · X

RT @Artinis_MS: #BrainAwarenessWeek  A brief review on the history of human functional near-infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS) development and…

Mar 19, 2023 · 3 shares · 488 followers View post →

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Dr. Joscelin Rocha-Hidalgo
@JoscelinRocha · X

RT @Artinis_MS: #BrainAwarenessWeek  A brief review on the history of human functional near-infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS) development and…

Mar 20, 2023 · 3 shares · 2,062 followers View post →
Scott R. Leimroth
@LeimrothScott · X

RT @Artinis_MS: #BrainAwarenessWeek  A brief review on the history of human functional near-infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS) development and…

Mar 19, 2023 · 3 shares · 488 followers View post →
Artinis Medical Systems
@Artinis_MS · X

#BrainAwarenessWeek  A brief review on the history of human functional near-infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS) development and fields of application. https://t.co/dXFtIBY7CU https://t.co/rJDAJFwtSo

Mar 19, 2023 · 16 likes · 3 shares · 1,290 followers View post →
Oneida Uribe
@oneida_u · X

https://t.co/NtMV7sFzuD

Aug 4, 2021 · 55 followers View post →
Jorge Puebla
@JorgePuebla18 · X

RT @guevaracodina: Measuring neural activity with light (English subtitles): https://t.co/LAUAkz3jUG ¿Quieres saber cómo usar la luz para v…

Aug 2, 2021 · 1 share · 102 followers View post →
Edgar Guevara
@guevaracodina · X

Measuring neural activity with light (English subtitles): https://t.co/LAUAkz3jUG ¿Quieres saber cómo usar la luz para ver la actividad de las neuronas? Te lo explico en un minuto aquí: https://t.co/LAUAkz3jUG

Aug 2, 2021 · 1 like · 1 share · 353 followers View post →
Neurobiomarketing
@NeurobioMarket · X

RT @Pilar_Navarro: A brief review on the history of human functional near-infrared spectr... https://t.co/3Sgu3Bx6dR #neuromarketing

Jan 5, 2020 · 1 share · 2,024 followers View post →
Pilar Navarro
@Pilar_Navarro · X

A brief review on the history of human functional near-infrared spectr... https://t.co/3Sgu3Bx6dR #neuromarketing

Jan 5, 2020 · 1 like · 1 share · 902 followers View post →
languageandbrain
@SLPbrain · X

Oldies Goldies. #MarcoFerrari and #ValentinaQuaresima offers a quick time travel to the history of #fNIRS in their 2012 article. Treasure for the beginners. A brief review on the history of human functional near-infrared spectr... https://t.co/uQ4xLtHJJH

Jan 14, 2019 · 49 followers View post →