Basilis Zikopoulos

Basilis Zikopoulos is an Assistant Professor at Boston University and Director of the Human Systems Neuroscience Laboratory (http://sites.bu.edu/brainlab/). His research focuses on structural organization, molecular features, and connectivity of brain circuits in humans and animal models, particularly in the context of neurological disorders like autism, depression, and schizophrenia.

• Education:
  • BS Biology, University of Crete (1996)
  • MS Biology, University of Crete (1998)
  • PhD Neuroscience, University of Crete (2004)
  • Post-Doctoral Neuroscience, Boston University (2008)

Using high-resolution microscopy, imaging, and computational modeling, his work explores the relationship between brain structure and function to identify mechanisms underlying neuropathology. His research integrates bench and clinical neuroscience to train future systems neuroscientists.

His publications highlight cortical-thalamic interactions, autism-related pathologies, and computational frameworks for analyzing brain circuits. His lab employs advanced imaging and computational methods to address fundamental questions in neurodevelopmental and neurodegenerative diseases.