gallantlab/pycortex

Pycortex is a python-based toolkit for surface visualization of fMRI data

What it solves

Pycortex provides a way to visualize volumetric neuroimaging data, such as fMRI, on cortical surfaces, making it easier to analyze and interpret brain activity patterns.

How it works

The library maps 3D volumetric data onto 2D or 3D cortical surface representations. It includes a web-based visualization tool (webshow) and supports headless rendering for automated processing.

Who it’s for

Neuroscientists and researchers working with fMRI or other volumetric neuroimaging data who need to visualize their results on the brain's cortical surface.

Highlights

  • Interactive surface visualization of brain data.
  • Support for fMRI and other volumetric neuroimaging formats.
  • Integration with IPython for rapid prototyping and exploration.
  • Headless rendering capabilities for generating images without a display.

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