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In a World First, Researchers Mapped Part of a Mouse’s Brain in Incredible Detail. It’s a Leap Forward for Neuroscience
The 3D brain map includes more than 200,000 cells, 523 million synapses and over two miles of axons, representing the most detailed wiring diagram of a piece of mammal brain ever constructed ...
Scientists map the half-billion connections that allow mice to see
The stunning research is supercharging our understanding of human brain disorders and advancing U.S. national interests in ...
NEURD: Proofreading the map of the brain
From the smallest fragment of brain tissue, the intricate blueprint of the entire brain is beginning to emerge. Researchers ...
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2.5 miles of neurons: World’s most complex brain map connects structure to thought
What began with a sliver of brain tissue no larger than a grain of sand has culminated in a scientific achievement once ...
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An old soldier passes: Metra closes 16th Street Tower (with video)
J.D. Danton’s shift at Metra’s 16th Street Tower on Friday night and Saturday morning (April 11-12, 2025) was certainly ...
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NEURD: A new software to proofread the map of the brain
A revolutionary blueprint is emerging from a fragment of brain tissue, promising new insights into the mysteries of the human mind. At the heart of this innovation is NEURD—short for “NEURal ...
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The Largest Brain Map Ever: Unveiling Neurons’ Complexity
In conclusion, the largest brain map ever created not only provides a glimpse into the complexity of neuronal connections but ...