Interactive Brain Activation for fMRI Data vs SpikerBot

The app provides an interactive approach to visualize which areas of the brain are active in a subject that is performing a motor task. The differences between two p-value data sets are shown, one data set shows activated areas according to a traditional approach ("Independent"), and one with a new method proposed by scientists at KAUST and Newcastle University ("Space Time Model"). Green represent areas where the proposed Space Time Model produces lower p-values. Red represents areas where the traditional method produces lower p-values. White suggests the two model produce similar p-values.

SpikerBot is a neuroscience and robotics learning app from Backyard Brains. Build brain-inspired circuits, connect neurons into behaviors, run simulations, and control a SpikerBot robot when hardware is available. Students can start with bundled example brains, inspect how sensor inputs affect a neural circuit, tune motors, LEDs, speakers, and robot reactions, and save their own designs as shareable .brain files. The Lab Notebook keeps notes and annotations close to each brain so experiments can be revisited, explained, and improved. SpikerBot works as a simulator on its own, so learners and reviewers can explore the core experience without external hardware. When paired with a SpikerBot robot over local Wi-Fi, the same brain designs can drive live robot behavior using distance, camera, microphone, motor, light, and sound signals. Features: - Visual brain-design canvas for neuron and axon networks - Built-in example brains for quick classroom demos - Live simulation mode with sensor and output readouts - Lab Notebook annotations for documenting experiments - Save, import, and share .brain files - Optional local Wi-Fi robot connection for hands-on robotics