Past, present and future of spike sorting techniques.

Past, present and future of spike sorting techniques.
Brain Res Bull. 2015 Apr 27;
Authors: Rey HG, Pedreira C, Quiroga RQ
Abstract
Spike sorting is a crucial step to extract information from extracellular recordings. With new recording opportunities provided by the development of new electrodes that allow monitoring hundreds of neurons simultaneously, the scenario for the new generation of algorithms is both exciting and challenging. However, this will require a new approach to the problem and the development of a common reference framework to quickly assess the performance of new algorithms. In this work, we review the basic concepts of spike sorting, including the requirements for different applications, together with the problems faced by presently available algorithms. We conclude by proposing a roadmap stressing the crucial points to be addressed to support the neuroscientific research of the near future.
PMID: 25931392 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]

Source: Brain Research Bulletin - April 27, 2015 Category: Neurology Authors: Rey HG, Pedreira C, Quiroga RQ Tags: Brain Res Bull Source Type: research