Boaz Barak

Boaz Barak is an associate professor at Tel Aviv University specializing in neuroscience and genetic research. His work focuses on the neurobiological mechanisms underlying social behavior, particularly in relation to Williams Syndrome. Barak has conducted significant research on how the absence of the GTF2I gene affects neuronal communication and social interactions, demonstrating that individuals with this genetic condition exhibit distinct social behaviors and cognitive challenges. His findings contribute to a deeper understanding of human sociability and the genetic factors that influence it.