The Physical Origins of Brain Cortical Morphology - Class 1

Explore the first lecture in a series on brain cortical morphology from the ICTP-SAIFR School on the Origins of Life, Behavior and Cognition. In this 90-minute session, Professor Bruno Mota from the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, delves into the physical principles that shape the structure of the brain's cortex. Learn about the fundamental forces and mechanisms that influence cortical development and organization. This class is part of a broader educational program scheduled for March 10-21, 2025, examining the intersections between physics, biology, and neuroscience in understanding brain morphology.