fmriprep

Execute containerized BIDS-App fMRI preprocessing with motion correction and anatomical registration.

269|20|Updated Jun 13, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/NeuroAIHub/BrainPilot --skill fmriprep-neuroaihub
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Skill: fmriprep
Source: https://github.com/NeuroAIHub/BrainPilot/tree/main/packages/skills/skills/06_fMRI_Neuroimaging/fmriprep
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/NeuroAIHub/BrainPilot --skill fmriprep-neuroaihub

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This skill addresses the complexity of fMRI preprocessing by providing a standardized, containerized pipeline that handles motion correction, field unwarping, normalization, and brain extraction, ensuring reproducible results across diverse neuroimaging datasets.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Standardized Preprocessing: Executes a robust BIDS-App pipeline built on industry-standard tools like FSL, ANTs, and FreeSurfer.
  • Advanced Denoising Support: Generates a comprehensive confounds table for downstream nuisance regression, including motion parameters and CompCor components.
  • Use Case: A researcher needs to preprocess a multi-session BIDS dataset for a clinical study; this skill automates the entire workflow, from susceptibility distortion correction to surface resampling, while generating a detailed visual QA report for every subject.

Quick Start

Use the fmriprep skill to run the preprocessing pipeline on the BIDS dataset located at /path/to/bids and save the derivatives to /path/to/derivatives.

Frequently Asked Questions about fmriprep

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I automate fMRI preprocessing for a BIDS dataset?▼

To automate fMRI preprocessing, you can run a containerized BIDS-App pipeline that executes motion correction, field unwarping, and anatomical registration on your BIDS-compliant dataset, outputting standardized derivatives and nuisance regressor tables.

Does fMRI preprocessing require a FreeSurfer license?▼

Yes, fMRI preprocessing requires a valid FreeSurfer license to ensure accurate anatomical surface reconstruction and spatial normalization during the automated pipeline execution.

What is included in the confounds table for resting-state fMRI denoising?▼

The confounds table for fMRI denoising includes motion parameters and CompCor components, providing comprehensive nuisance regressors for downstream analysis workflows to remove noise and artifacts.

Can I use this pipeline for multi-session clinical neuroimaging studies?▼

Yes, you can use this pipeline for multi-session clinical neuroimaging studies; it automates the entire workflow from susceptibility distortion correction to surface resampling and generates a detailed visual QA report for every subject.

What neuroimaging tools does the BIDS-App pipeline integrate?▼

The BIDS-App pipeline integrates industry-standard neuroimaging tools including FSL, ANTs, and FreeSurfer to perform robust brain extraction, spatial normalization, and anatomical surface reconstruction.

How does standardized fMRI preprocessing ensure reproducible results across datasets?▼

Standardized fMRI preprocessing ensures reproducible results by using a containerized pipeline that consistently handles normalization, field unwarping, and brain extraction across diverse neuroimaging datasets.