About The Course
The FIL SPM course on using Statistical Parametric Mapping for neuroimaging is held each May and October as part of the Institute of Neurology's short course programme.
Where
Online
When
Wednesday to Friday
11-13 October 2023
Statistical Parametric Mapping for fMRI/VBM
Wednesday 11 October - Friday 13 October 2023
This three-day course introduces the analysis of neuroimaging data, including Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) and functional MRI (fMRI). It covers:
- Experimental design
- Pre-processing brain images
- Quantifying structural changes in the brain (Voxel-Based Morphometry, VBM)
- Quantifying brain function (using the General Linear Model, GLM)
- Statistics for neuroimaging (frequentist and Bayesian)
- Connectivity analysis (Dynamic Causal Modelling, DCM)
The course will be divided into theoretical and practical sessions, in which the SPM software package will be used to analyse exemplar data sets. The SPM course is taught by an international faculty of neuroimaging experts from the Wellcome Centre for Human Neuroimaging (WCHN) and collaborators.
The course is suitable for beginners and more advanced users.
Please contact us if you have any questions.
Welcome
Introduction and Overview
Guillaume Flandin & Olivia Kowalczyk
Spatial Preprocessing
John Ashburner
The General Linear Model
Nadège Corbin
Contrasts and Classical Inference
Christophe Phillips
Lunch
Group analysis
Guillaume Flandin
Voxel-Based Morphometry
Christian Lambert
Random Field Theory
Tom Nichols
“Questions and Answers” Clinic
Karl Friston
Welcome
Experimental Design
Olivia Kowalczyk
Event-related fMRI
Christian Ruff
Lunch
Practical Workshops I
Parallel session in small groups covering:
- fMRI preprocessing,
- fMRI within- and between-subjects analyses,
- Voxel-based Morphometry (VBM),
“Questions & Answers” Clinic
Karl Friston
Welcome
Bayesian Inference
Chris Mathys
Introduction to Dynamic Causal Modelling
Edda Bilek
DCM: Testing Hypotheses
Peter Zeidman
Lunch
Practical Workshops I
Parallel session in small groups covering:
- fMRI within- and between-subjects analyses,
- Voxel-based Morphometry (VBM),
- Dynamic Causal Modelling (DCM).
“Questions & Answers” Clinic
Karl Friston
Registration
To book a place on the course please follow the instructions given on the UCL Online Store:
SPM Course for fMRI and MRI/VBM
If you need help please contact Ms Kamlyn Ramkissoon or Miss Maddy Scott for assistance.
SPM Course Venue
The course will take place online.
Event Code of Conduct
We would like all attendees, speakers, hosts and volunteers at our conference to read and be familiar with our Code of Conduct.
F.A.Q
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How often does the SPM course run?
The SPM for fMRI/MRI/VBM course is run in May and October each year. The SPM for EEG/MEG course is nowadays also running in May and October each year.
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Do you teach PET as part of the programme?
We sometimes provide teaching on PET on the workshop day, however this is subject to the availability of staff. Most of the statistical concepts and techniques, which are taught on the course, are similar for both technologies.
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Is the content of the May fMRI/MRI/VBM course different from the course offered in October?
They are the same.
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Where can I access the materials for previous SPM courses?
Information and course material can be accessed at the following link: https://www.fil.ion.ucl.ac.uk/spm/course/
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Does the course count towards any credits for my MSc or postgraduate course?
Yes, if you are a UCL student. Students however; must ensure they attend each session to claim these credits.
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Can I pay for the course other than by credit or debit card?
Payment for the course is by debit or credit card only.
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Can I get a refund of my fees if I am unable to attend?
You may be able to get a refund if you notify us at least two weeks before the start date of the course.
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Can I get a discount if I am unemployed?
We regret we are not able to offer any discounts other than the discounted rate for students.
Contact Us
Scientific organisation
Methods Group
Wellcome Centre for Human Neuroimaging
Administration
Wellcome Centre for Human Neuroimaging
UCL Institute of Neurology
12 Queen Square
London WC1N 3BG