Brian A. Wandell

Biography

Professor Wandell founded Stanford's Center for Neurobiological Imaging, a magnetic resonance imaging center. His work in visual neuroscience uses MRI, simulation, and behavior testing to understand the action of the signals and anatomy of the living human brain. His team actively studies the development of visual signals during the age period in which children are learning to read.

Research Interest

Professor Wandell's work in visual neuroscience uses both neuroimaging and computational models to understand the action of the visual portions of the brain. His team has developed a set of magnetic resonance imaging methods for identifying and measuring distinct and specialized regions of human visual cortex and the connections between them. His team has been particularly interested in measuring the development of brain function and reorganization following injury or abnormal development.