freesurfer ☆
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Description:
Software suite for processing and analyzing brain MRI images
Type: Cask  |  Latest Version: 7.4.1@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 17, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Other
Tags: neuroimaging mri brain analysis research
Install: brew install --cask freesurfer
About:
FreeSurfer is a comprehensive software suite for the analysis and visualization of neuroimaging data, specifically structural MRI and diffusion data. It provides fully automated pipelines for reconstructing cortical and subcortical structures, enabling detailed volumetric and surface-based analysis of the human brain.
Key Features:
  • Automated cortical surface reconstruction
  • Volumetric segmentation and analysis
  • Statistical mapping of morphological differences
  • fMRI analysis capabilities
Use Cases:
  • Mapping cortical thickness and surface area in neurological studies
  • Pre-surgical planning for neurosurgical patients
  • Analyzing brain development and aging trajectories
Alternatives:
  • FSL – FSL is a comprehensive library of analysis tools for fMRI, MRI, and DTI that runs on multiple platforms, whereas FreeSurfer specializes in structural MRI surface reconstruction.
  • AFNI – AFNI is primarily focused on rapid fMRI analysis and visualization, while FreeSurfer excels at detailed anatomical surface-based morphometry.
Version History
Detected Version Rev Change Commit
Jul 2, 2024 11:09pm 7.4.1 0 VERSION_BUMP 75f3f17b
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