Description
The human brain is a complex network comprising billions of neurons connected by trillions of synapses. Understanding how interactions unfolding on this web of connectivity underlie behaviour is one of the major scientific challenges of our time.
Several different projects are on offer that allow students to explore different aspects of brain connectivity and network organization. The projects tackle important questions such as:
- How does the anatomy of the brain constrain its function?
- How does DNA variation drive individual differences in brain structure, function, and behaviour?
- How is the brain disrupted in mental illness?
- Can we develop mathematical models that allow us to simulate brain development and activity?
Students will develop skills in using matlab/python/linux, data science, analysing brain imaging data, neuroscience and statistics/mathematics.
Essential criteria:
Minimum entry requirements can be found here: https://www.monash.edu/admissions/entry-requirements/minimum
Keywords
brain; MRI; network; gene; connectivity; systems neuroscience; mathematical modelling; computational neuroscience
School
School of Psychological Sciences
Available options
PhD/Doctorate
Masters by research
Honours
Time commitment
Full-time
Top-up scholarship funding available
No
Physical location
Clayton Campus
Research webpage