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September 17, 2025

The Coupling of Cerebrovascular Activity and Cerebrospinal Fluid Flow: A Pioneering Study at 7 T MRI

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BOLD-CSF coupling showed no significant correlation with age, indicating stable relationships across age groups.
Significant differences were observed between AAL2 and AUD in BOLD-CSF coupling parameters, highlighting unique network dynamics.
Group-level-ICA was used to derive five functional networks from data collected at 7T MRI among 66 participants.
Understanding blood flow and CSF dynamics could lead to the identification of novel biomarkers for neurodegenerative diseases.

Abstract

Motivation: By investigating the coupling between cerebrovascular activity and CSF flow using 7T, we aim to develop innovative imaging biomarkers for neurological-disorders. Goal(s): To explore the relationship between BOLD and CSF flow dynamics and identify potential biomarkers for neurological-disorders at 7T. Approach: 66 volunteers` functional and structural data were acquired on a 7T-scanner. Group-level-ICA was employed to generate five networks. To investigate the blood and CSF flow coupling, BOLD-CSF cross-correlation was performed. Results: No significant relative between BOLD-CSF coupling and age. Difference had existed in AAL2 vs AUD for BOLD-CSF coupling, and AAL2 vs AUD, SMN, VIS, AUD vs CEN, DMN for -d/dt(BOLD)-CSF coupling. Impact: This study will not only help us understand the intricate relationship between blood flow and CSF dynamics and potentially identify novel biomarkers neurodegenerative diseases.

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