Russian Scientists Create Software for 3D Brain Modeling
Researchers at Novosibirsk State Technical University have developed software that builds precise 3D brain models from standard MRI scans, giving doctors a powerful tool for diagnostics and surgical planning.
The new software generates detailed volumetric 3D models of the human brain using conventional MRI scans. Unlike traditional sets of flat images, the system provides doctors with a complete and interactive model, opening up new possibilities for studying brain structures.
According to the university’s press office, the program is designed primarily for clinical use. It will help doctors diagnose diseases, plan complex neurosurgical operations, and monitor patient progress. Instead of interpreting stacks of two-dimensional images, physicians will now work with a full, visual 3D model.
At the core of the technology is a smart algorithm that isolates the brain from surrounding tissue. Developers explain that the model, placed at the center of the scan, “wraps around” the brain contours thousands of times until it achieves maximum precision. The result is a clear 3D outline that captures both the shape and the volume of the brain.
The program can also identify internal brain zones—critical for analyzing specific pathologies. In the future, the software could evolve into more specialized tools, such as systems capable of calculating brain mass.
This isn’t the team’s first medical breakthrough. Previously, the university developed a voice-based screening system for Parkinson’s disease patients, which is already in use at Novosibirsk’s Federal Neurosurgery Center. Such homegrown solutions are boosting diagnostic accuracy and improving healthcare quality across Russia.
