Description
The human brain is wrinkled: a design thought to maximize the number of neurons packed into the limited space of the skull. But recent AI-driven research has uncovered a surprising link between the pattern of these wrinkles and how the brain represents visual information.
How could geometry shape brain functions? This project aims to explore that question by using computational modeling and simulation based on real human brain data. You'll investigate how the brain’s physical structure influences its functional processing of visual input.
This project is best suited for students with strong programming skills in Matlab or Python and deep curiosity about the brain and its mysteries.
Essential criteria:
Minimum entry requirements can be found here: https://www.monash.edu/admissions/entry-requirements/minimum
Keywords
Computational neuroscience, MRI, Elastic net, Matlab, Python
School
Biomedicine Discovery Institute (School of Biomedical Sciences) » Physiology
Available options
Masters by research
Honours
Time commitment
Full-time
Physical location
Monash Clayton Campus