ABSTRACT
The
connection matrix of the human brain (the human connectome) represents an indispensable foundation
for basic and applied neurobiological research. However, the network of
anatomical connections linking the neuronal elements of the human brain is still largely unknown. While some databases or collations of large-scale anatomical
connection patterns exist for other mammalian species, there is currently no connection matrix of the human brain, nor is there a coordinated research effort to collect, archive, and disseminate this important information. We propose a research strategy to achieve this goal, and discuss its potential impact.