Largest Brain Map Ever Reveals Fruit Fly’s Neurons in Exquisite Detail

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October 2, 2024, 8:30 PM

• •Scientists have created the most complete map of a fruit fly brain to date, revealing nearly 140,000 neurons and 54.5 million synapses.
• •The map was created using electron microscopy images of slices of the fly's brain and artificial-intelligence tools.
• •The researchers also identified 8,453 types of neuron, many of which were previously unknown.

Scientists have created the most complete map of a fruit fly brain to date. The wiring diagram includes nearly 140,000 neurons and captures more than 54.5 million synapses. The map will help researchers to understand how the brain works and to develop new treatments for brain disorders.

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