Advances in the application of digital intelligence technology in the field of neuroscience

doi:10.3969/j.issn.1672-6731.2025.02.002

Abstract

Abstract:

The application and development of digital intelligence technology in the field of neuroscience have provided powerful tools for fundamental research on brain functions, as well as for the diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of neurological disorders. This article reviews the latest advancements in the application of digital intelligence technology in basic brain function research, neurosurgery, neurology and neurorehabilitation, while also addressing the challenges and future development trends in the field. The aim is to provide new insights for the advancement of digital intelligence technology in neurology.

Key words: Neurosciences, Digital technology, Artificial intelligence, Review

摘要：

数字和人工智能技术（以下简称数智技术）在神经科学领域的应用和发展，为脑功能基础研究以及神经系统疾病诊断、治疗、康复提供了强大工具。本文拟就数智技术在辅助神经影像学诊断、神经系统疾病个性化治疗、神经康复及预后评估中的应用进展进行概述，并提出数智技术面临的挑战和未来发展趋势，以期为数智技术在神经科学领域的临床应用提供新思路。

关键词: 神经科学, 数字技术, 人工智能, 综述

Rui HUI, Ling CHEN. Advances in the application of digital intelligence technology in the field of neuroscience[J]. Chinese Journal of Contemporary Neurology and Neurosurgery, 2025, 25(2): 104-111.

惠瑞, 陈凌. 数智技术在神经科学领域的应用进展[J]. 中国现代神经疾病杂志, 2025, 25(2): 104-111.

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