The future of the human connectome

D. C. Van Essen; K. Ugurbil

doi:10.1016/j.neuroimage.2012.01.032

The future of the human connectome

D. C. Van Essen, K. Ugurbil

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Abstract

The opportunity to explore the human connectome using cutting-edge neuroimaging methods has elicited widespread interest. How far will the field be able to progress in deciphering long-distance connectivity patterns and in relating differences in connectivity to phenotypic characteristics in health and disease? We discuss the daunting nature of this challenge in relation to specific complexities of brain circuitry and known limitations of in vivo imaging methods. We also discuss the excellent prospects for continuing improvements in data acquisition and analysis. Accordingly, we are optimistic that major insights will emerge from human connectomics in the coming decade.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	1299-1310
Number of pages	12
Journal	NeuroImage
Volume	62
Issue number	2
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1016/j.neuroimage.2012.01.032
State	Published - Aug 15 2012

Keywords

7 Tesla
Brain
Connectivity
Diffusion imaging
FMRI
Functional imaging
MRI
Magnetic Resonance Imaging
Multiband
Resting state
Tractography
Ultrahigh field imaging

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