Allen Brain Atlas

The Allen Brain Atlas (pronunciation: /ˈælən breɪn ˈætləs/) is a comprehensive, publicly available database of gene expression and neuroanatomical data for the mammalian brain. It was created by the Allen Institute for Brain Science in 2004, and named after its founder, Paul G. Allen.

Etymology

The term "Allen Brain Atlas" is derived from the name of its founder, Paul G. Allen, a philanthropist and co-founder of Microsoft. The word "atlas" in this context refers to a collection of maps or charts, in this case, of the brain.

Description

The Allen Brain Atlas provides a detailed map of gene expression in the mouse brain, and has since been expanded to include human and non-human primate brains. It uses in situ hybridization and other techniques to visualize where specific genes are expressed in the brain. The atlas is used by researchers worldwide to study brain function, development, and disease.

Related Terms

Gene Expression: The process by which information from a gene is used to create a functional product, such as a protein.
Neuroanatomy: The study of the structure and organization of the nervous system.
In Situ Hybridization: A technique used to visualize where specific genes are expressed in tissue.
Allen Institute for Brain Science: A non-profit research institute that created the Allen Brain Atlas.
Paul G. Allen: The founder of the Allen Institute for Brain Science and the namesake of the Allen Brain Atlas.

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Allen Brain Atlas