Stunning data has been released by the Human Connectome Project - Brain wide Axonal labelling which visualises the main connection pathways between brain areas. Data is mainly based on genetic twin studies as well as high-angular diffusion and diffusion spectrum imaging of around 50 subjects (at the moment). The dataset presented here holds great potential value not only for neuroscience presentations but mostly as a reference work for (not exclusively) brain scanning techniques. Additionally, it will drive the optimization of those highly advanced imaging methods. Check out their gallery for some examples http://www.humanconnectomeproject.org/gallery/
Reference: Humanconnectome Org. (2010). The Human Connectome Project. Journal of Vision, 11(15), 8-8. Retrieved from http://www.humanconnectome.org/
Johannes, thought you might be interested into looking at this: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q4KrhDZQ088&feature=player_embedded
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thanks for the link! looks like a very interesting discussion. have to watch it later in full and with my full attention :)
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