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The human connectome: A structural description of the human brain
Olaf Sporns1, Giulio Tononi, Rolf Kötter
1Department of Psychology, Indiana University, Bloomington, Indiana, United States of America. osporns@indiana.edu
Plos Computational Biology
|October 5, 2005
Summary
Creating a human brain connection matrix is crucial for neuroscience. This research proposes a strategy to map the brain's anatomical network, currently largely unknown, for future studies.
Area of Science:
- Neuroscience
- Neuroanatomy
- Systems Neuroscience
Background:
- The human connectome, or brain connection matrix, is vital for neurobiological research.
- The anatomical network of human brain connections remains largely unmapped.
- Existing connection pattern databases exist for other mammals, but not for humans.
Purpose of the Study:
- To propose a research strategy for creating a comprehensive human brain connection matrix.
- To address the lack of a coordinated effort in collecting, archiving, and disseminating human connectome data.
Main Methods:
- The study outlines a proposed research strategy (details not provided in the abstract).
Main Results:
- The abstract does not contain specific results, as it proposes a future research strategy.
Conclusions:
- A coordinated research effort is needed to establish a human brain connection matrix.
- Developing this matrix will significantly impact basic and applied neurobiological research.