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Chapter 13. Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)

  • Alexis Hervais-Adelman and Laura Babcock
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Research Methods in Cognitive Translation and Interpreting Studies
This chapter is in the book Research Methods in Cognitive Translation and Interpreting Studies

Abstract

This chapter focuses on Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) as a non-invasive method for investigating both brain structure and function. Structural and functional imaging are discussed separately due to their differing requirements and the distinct questions they can address. We begin by introducing the MRI method and relevant concepts. Following this, we provide a brief overview of current MRI studies, with a special emphasis on CTIS. Next, we explore conceptual and practical considerations, including methodological, ethical, and technical aspects, to guide those new to the field. Lastly, we discuss the advantages and disadvantages of MRI. Our overall aim is to emphasize the need for standards that facilitate careful experimental design and meaningful data.

Abstract

This chapter focuses on Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) as a non-invasive method for investigating both brain structure and function. Structural and functional imaging are discussed separately due to their differing requirements and the distinct questions they can address. We begin by introducing the MRI method and relevant concepts. Following this, we provide a brief overview of current MRI studies, with a special emphasis on CTIS. Next, we explore conceptual and practical considerations, including methodological, ethical, and technical aspects, to guide those new to the field. Lastly, we discuss the advantages and disadvantages of MRI. Our overall aim is to emphasize the need for standards that facilitate careful experimental design and meaningful data.

Chapters in this book

  1. Prelim pages i
  2. Table of contents v
  3. Acronyms vii
  4. List of contributors xiii
  5. Introduction 1
  6. Chapter 1. Participant profiling 21
  7. Chapter 2. Designing studies with naturalistic tasks 49
  8. Chapter 3. Surveys and interviews 69
  9. Chapter 4. Cued retrospection 92
  10. Chapter 5. Observations and diaries 108
  11. Chapter 6. Screen recording 133
  12. Chapter 7. Keylogging 157
  13. Chapter 8. Speech recording 183
  14. Chapter 9. Screen eyetracking 213
  15. Chapter 10. Dynamic eyetracking 235
  16. Chapter 11. Psychophysiological methods 256
  17. Chapter 12. Electroencephalography 279
  18. Chapter 13. Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) 304
  19. Chapter 14. Reaction time 324
  20. Index 347
https://doi.org/10.1075/rmal.10.13her

Chapters in this book

  1. Prelim pages i
  2. Table of contents v
  3. Acronyms vii
  4. List of contributors xiii
  5. Introduction 1
  6. Chapter 1. Participant profiling 21
  7. Chapter 2. Designing studies with naturalistic tasks 49
  8. Chapter 3. Surveys and interviews 69
  9. Chapter 4. Cued retrospection 92
  10. Chapter 5. Observations and diaries 108
  11. Chapter 6. Screen recording 133
  12. Chapter 7. Keylogging 157
  13. Chapter 8. Speech recording 183
  14. Chapter 9. Screen eyetracking 213
  15. Chapter 10. Dynamic eyetracking 235
  16. Chapter 11. Psychophysiological methods 256
  17. Chapter 12. Electroencephalography 279
  18. Chapter 13. Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) 304
  19. Chapter 14. Reaction time 324
  20. Index 347
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