معرفی
Jan G. Bjålie is a Professor and Vice Dean for Research and Innovation at the Faculty of Medicine, University of Oslo. He has led neuroinformatics development since the 1990s and held leadership roles including Head of the Department of Basic Medical Sciences (2009-2016) and Head of Infrastructure Development for EBRAINS. His research bridges neuroanatomy, computational neuroscience, and digital brain atlases.
- Doctor of Medicine, University of Oslo (1990)
- Associate Professor (1991), Professor (1997) in Basic Medical Sciences
- 2016-: First Leader, International Neuroinformatics Coordinating Facility
- 2017-: Coordinator, Human Brain Project Neuroinformatics
- 2019-2021: Head, International Brain Initiative
Research Interests span neuroinformatics, brain architecture, and digital brain atlases. His work focuses on:
- Developing standardized frameworks for brain atlas utilization
- 3D spatial mapping of neural systems
- Neuroanatomical connectivity in rodent models
- Integration of multi-modal neuroscience data
- International collaboration in brain research
- Computational modeling of brain structure-activity relationships
Recent Publications highlight advancements in automated brain imaging registration, developmental brain mapping, cross-cultural neuroscience perspectives, and genetic influences on brain composition. His neuroinformatics tools (e.g., DeepSlice, Waxholm Space, AtOM) enable global standardization of brain data analysis.
Leadership Roles include:
- Vice Dean for Research and Innovation (2023-2026)
- Infrastructure Development Lead for EBRAINS (2019-)
- International Brain Initiative Head (2019-2021)
- Coordinating EU-funded Human Brain Project neuroinformatics
Collaborations extend across major brain projects in the USA, Japan, and Europe through initiatives like the International Brain Initiative and ESFRI roadmap projects.
