Real-time refers to something happening or being processed immediately, without any delay or lag. In the context of brain activity examination, real-time means observing and analyzing brain activity as it is happening, without any time delay.
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Neuroimaging: Neuroimaging involves using various techniques like fMRI (functional magnetic resonance imaging) or EEG (electroencephalography) to visualize and capture images of the brain's structure and function.
Functional Magnetic Resonance Imaging (fMRI) is a neuroimaging technique that measures changes in blood flow within the brain. It helps identify which areas of the brain are active during specific tasks or stimuli.
Electroencephalography (EEG) is a non-invasive technique that measures electrical activity in the brain using electrodes placed on the scalp. It provides insight into different states of consciousness and can detect abnormalities such as seizures.