The Neocortex Initiative

Dr. Tarik Haydar's lab at Boston University Medical Campus studies the complex processes involved in the development of the neocortex, the brain region responsible for sensory perception and higher cognitive functions. The lab focuses on understanding how neural precursor cells give rise to diverse neuron types and how these neurons integrate into functional circuits. By using advanced techniques like genetic labeling and in vivo studies, the team aims to uncover how the lineage of these precursor cells influences brain circuit formation and contributes to various neurodevelopmental conditions.