Neuronline

Abstract

Abstract A good understanding of the 3D organization of deep brain structures is essential to understand brain function, to predict functional deficits following lesion or trauma, and to interpret radiological images. To improve learning of deep cerebral structures for novice neuroanatomists, a stereoscopic, rotatable view of a human brain was used to create a virtual brain that can be rotated in an easy-to-use web-based module: Neuronline. Learners can also slice the virtual brain in both the coronal and horizontal planes, allowing for the identification of deep brain structures. Each brain slice is matched to a corresponding MRI image and labels can be toggled on or off. An orientation diagram helps students locate a structure within the virtual brain. This tool is designed for learners with limited neuroanatomy experience. For the student new to neuroanatomy, learning the organization of deep brain structures and fiber tracts can be daunting. Neuronline also has the advantage of being portable, and can be used prior to gross anatomy lab sessions or in-lab as a study guide.

Keywords

• Atlas
• Neuroanatomy
• Magnetic Resonance Imaging
• MRI
• Coronal Slice
• Horizontal Slice