Imaging genomics bases of pediatric executive functioning

University Of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia PA

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DESCRIPTION (provided by applicant): We propose to establish new integrative and data-driven methods for building systems neuroscience models of executive functioning during childhood. We will develop these methods by employing public datasets that contain complementary quantitative biological metrics of genomics, structural and functional neuroimaging and cognitive performance. By studying the multi-dimensional predictors of executive functioning during childhood, the Principal Investigator will gain invaluable protected time that will enhance his career as a big data scientist. The candidate will also gain experience in the new science of integrating imaging with genomics and in the statistical methods necessary to optimally construct sparse and interpretable low-dimensional models from high-dimensional data. We will determine validity by comparing models between training and independent testing datasets. Ultimately, this research will identify a fusion of genomics and imaging predictors that predict executive functioning in normal subjects and how these relationships are modified by environment.