The Harvard biologist and Google-made diagram may help scientists better understand neural circuits and potential treatments for disorders.
Researchers from Harvard and Google have created the most detailed wiring diagram of the human brain, based on a small sample of a woman’s cerebral cortex removed during epilepsy surgery.
The interactive map includes approximately 57,000 cells and 150 million synapses, revealing complex structures and connections that could enhance understanding of neural circuits and potential treatments for disorders.
The project highlights the importance of high-resolution mapping in identifying the rules of neuronal wiring, which may lead to insights into cognitive functions like thinking and memory storage. The brain map is publicly accessible, providing a valuable resource for ongoing neuroscience research
