UTMThe University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center · Biomedical Engineering
The BrainMap Initiative
Ho-Ling Anthony Liu · Houston, Texas
Research Focus
Dr. Ho-Ling Anthony Liu's lab focuses on improving the way we map and understand critical brain functions for patients undergoing surgery for conditions like brain tumors and epilepsy. They are developing innovative software tools that enhance the analysis of brain imaging data, allowing for more accurate localization of important brain areas without relying on patients to perform specific tasks. Their work aims to increase the number of patients who benefit from advanced brain imaging techniques, ultimately improving surgical outcomes and preserving vital brain functions.
fMRIbrain mappingcerebrovascular reactivitysoftware developmentsurgical planning
Research Aims
3AIM 01Develop software for mapping resting-state networks in the brain.
AIM 02Create a tool to visualize cerebrovascular reactivity and potential fMRI inaccuracies.
AIM 03Validate the new software with clinical datasets from patients undergoing surgery.
Skills the Lab Values
functional MRI (fMRI)software optimizationdata visualizationmachine learningclinical data analysis
Output against the department
Publications180bottom 41% of dept.351st of 595
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Citations5.7kbottom 44% of dept.332nd of 595
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