SMRTR Science & EngineeringOct 11, 2024Nautilus

The Most Detailed Brain Map Ever

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Scientists have created the most detailed map of an animal's brain, charting 140,000 neurons in a fruit fly. The study identified over 8,000 cell types and provides insights into sensory signal communication, potentially advancing our understanding of human brain function due to genetic similarities between fruit flies and humans.

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