Neuroadaptive changes in brain structural-functional coupling among pilots.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Investigating the neural mechanisms underlying pilots' brains is crucial for enhancing aviation safety. However, prior research has predominantly focused on identifying structural and functional differences in the brain, while the relationship between structure and function remains insufficiently elucidated.

Methods

This study collected T1-weighted structural magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), resting-state functional MRI (rs-fMRI), and diffusion tensor imaging (DTI) data from 47 pilots and 38 matched controls. Structural-functional coupling (SFC) strength was quantified using the Structural Decoupling Index (SDI) based on graph signal processing (GSP). Functional connectivity was further decomposed into structurally coupled and decoupled components, with subsequen

SUBMITTER: Chen X 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12329225 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature