CIGAL

CIGAL, which stands for Compilable Imaging, Graphics, and Analytical Language, was originally designed for image processing and graphical reconstruction. However, most of CIGAL's features are not restricted to image-oriented tasks. CIGAL's language can therefore be used for a wide range of data manipulation or data analysis applications.

For fMRI, most applications use the Showplay program within CIGAL. Showplay is a package of CIGAL menus and scripts for presenting audiovisual or other stimuli, and recording behavioral responses. It features simple programming, flexible task design, and accurate real-time control.

Documentation for ShowPlay for fMRI can be found at:

• Showplay Overview – General introduction to Showplay
• Showplay Reference Manual

Documentation for the CIGAL language can be found at:

• CIGAL Overview – General introduction to CIGAL
• CIGAL Reference Manual
  • Chapter 1 User guide topics
    
  • Chapter 2 Command reference guide
    
  • Chapter 3 Function reference quide
    
  • Chapter 4 Internal variables
    
  • Chapter 5 Diagnostic messages
    
  • Chapter 6 Real-time processor manual
    
  • Chapter 7 Hardware connections
    
  • Chapter 8 Macro commands
    

Other useful links are:

• Tutorial on using CIGAL for fMRI
• Background recording – Running CIGAL physio recording while running other software
• Download – Downloading and installing CIGAL
• JVS – Related software

Link to introductory workshop Powerpoint:
http://hawking.biac.duke.edu/docs/cigal/CIGAL_WorkshopMay2015.pdf