Vision and Implementation Strategy
A Global Leading Institute in Brain Research
Global Brain Research Leading Institution
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Establishing a Foundation for Basic and Core Brain Research
Understanding humanity, solving societal problems,
and preparing for the future through deciphering brain
operating principles and elucidating the pathogenesis of brain disorders -
Fulfilling the Role as a Brain Research Hub
Leading national brain research through hub-and-spoke
collaborative brain research initiatives -
Expanding Brain Research Infrastructure
Performing the national brain research hub
function through the establishment and utilization of
advanced brain research infrastructure (equipment, materials, policies)
Key Missions and Projects
deciphering brain operating principles and elucidating the pathogenesis of brain disorders
Research Projects
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Core Inherent
Focused research on brain neural networks and brain disorders
Research on brain neural network structure, function, and cognition
Mid-to-long-term basic/applied research including brain development, identification of brain disease causes, and development of diagnostic and control methods
Basic and applied research in brain scienceCollaborative ConvergenceHub-Spoke Based Convergent Brain Research
Developing technologies to utilize higher brain functions and overcome disorders based on understanding the posterior parietal cortex
Fostering collaboration among domestic and international brain research institutions and advancing applied and developmental brain research
Promotion of domestic and international industry-academia-research collaboration
Research Infrastructure
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Equipment and System Development
Establishment and Shared Use of Essential Basic and Advanced Large-Scale Research Equipment for Brain Research
Equipment and System DevelopmentOperation of essential animal research facilities for brain research,
including breeding of specialized animal models (rodents) for brain disorders
and behavioral analysis of laboratory animalsEquipment and System DevelopmentCollection and distribution of human
brain tissue resources, a core material for brain research,
and database constructionEquipment and System DevelopmentEstablishment and support of national brain research policies and strategies,
and building a global collaborative network
Brain activity map
Interpretation of Brain Functioning Mechanisms
Identifying the Pathogenesis of Brain Diseases
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Decoding Integrated Information on Brain 'Structure and Function'
Comprehensive understanding of the brain's structural and functional connectivity and operating principles
Analysis of brain structure and function at the molecular and cellular levels
Analysis of molecular pathological mechanisms of brain disorders
Solving Social Issues like Aging and Emotional DisordersBrain-machine and computer interfaces (BMI, CMI)
AI and digital therapeutics modeled after the human brain
Precision diagnostics and novel therapeutic technologies for brain disorders
Personalized prevention strategies for brain disorders