With this brain map we are one step closer to total fruit fly simulation
TechCrunchJUN 2023
This groundbreaking research opens up new possibilities for understanding brain function and could inspire novel machine learning architectures. The complete connectome of a complex living creature provides a valuable resource for studying brain organization and behavior. It's a crucial step towards unraveling the mysteries of more advanced brains, including human cognition.
Mapping increasingly complex brains is an enormous challenge that may not yield proportionate benefits. The fruit fly larva brain, while impressive, is still far removed from human brain complexity. The time, resources, and computational power required for mapping more advanced brains could potentially be better spent on other neuroscience research avenues that directly impact human health and cognition.
There is a 59% chance an exascale volume of connectome will be mapped and revealed to the public by June 2031, according to the Metaculus prediction community.