At the Takahashi lab, we utilize neuroimaging techniques to investigate the structural and connectional foundations of human brain development.
We conduct both basic and translational research on brain development, focusing on neuronal migration, axonal elongation, and maturation of brain pathways. Our subject pools include human subjects— ranging from fetal to young adult ages— of typical development as well as those diagnosed with various developmental disorders. We also investigate brains of non-human subjects such to build better understanding of human brain development through cross-species comparisons.
Our Projects
Our research comprises four major themes focused on brain connectivity, white matter development, and comparative neurodevelopment. We use diffusion MRI tractography to study typical and atypical brain development across human and animal models.
Brain Connectivity and Gyral Formation via Diffusion MRI Tractography
Optimization of Diffusion MRI Tractography
Development of Brain Connectivity in Rodent and Human Models
Cross-species comparison of brain development
Our team
Learn more about the scientists, trainees, and staff who contribute to our research on brain development and neuroimaging.
publications
Explore our peer-reviewed articles and conference papers contributing to the fields of neurodevelopment and brain imaging.
Contact & JOin
For questions, collaborations, or to learn how to join the Takahashi Lab, please find our contact information here. We welcome inquiries from prospective members interested in contributing to our research and advancing the understanding of brain development.