The researchers have classified more than 8,400 different cell types, creating the first complete parts list for constructing a fruit fly brain, promising insights into brain function.
Sebastian Seung noted that understanding one brain, like that of a fruit fly, could yield essential insights applicable to understanding all brains, emphasizing the interconnectedness of neurobiology.
The mapping involved slicing a fruit fly brain into 7,000 sections and using AI to analyze millions of images, showcasing a collaborative effort in neuroscience.
Discoveries from this mapping effort have already revealed specific neural circuits, such as those causing fruit flies to halt while walking, indicating the potential for behavioral insights.
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