Detrended fluctuation analysis (DFA)

Function and examples for running DFA

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DFA implementation for determining the scaling coefficient characterizing the self affinity of the input data. For the interpretation of the outputs and algorithm overview see (e.g.) Peng et al., 1996.

Cite As

Martin Magris (2026). Detrended fluctuation analysis (DFA) (https://au.mathworks.com/matlabcentral/fileexchange/67889-detrended-fluctuation-analysis-dfa), MATLAB Central File Exchange. Retrieved .

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MATLAB Release Compatibility

  • Compatible with any release

Platform Compatibility

  • Windows
  • macOS
  • Linux
Version Published Release Notes Action
1.0.0.0

Function and examples included. DFA in its simplest and original implementation. For exploratoy analyses and educational outreach. Descriptions assume basic knowledge of the DFA principle and its corresponding terminology.