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Unraveling the Mysteries of the Brain
Our Mission
Our mission is to understand the brain and to apply that knowledge to help people with brain disorders. To accomplish these goals, we study the brain at many levels – from molecular genetics to functional brain imaging - and we collaborate with academic, clinical, and industry partners around the world to challenge and probe the unknown. By exploring the origins of disease, our research also lays the foundation for improved treatments for those suffering from brain disorders.
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Ask the Brain: Why is the brain shaped like it is?
The uniquely folded shape of the cortex is a major innovation in evolution that allowed an increase in the size and complexity of the human brain.
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Ed Boyden
Ed Boyden is developing tools that image and control the brain, and applying them to solve entire brain circuits.
Our Researchers
Our faculty consists of leading researchers with cutting-edge expertise and complementary approaches to understanding the brain.
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