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 Complete Map of Fly's Brain Unveiled
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Researchers have unveiled a complete map of the brain of the fruit fly, Drosophila melanogaster; this map includes approximately 25,000 neurons and 20 million synapses; the study was published on October 12, 2023; the research aims to enhance understanding of brain function and neural circuits; the project took over a decade to complete; the findings could have implications for understanding human brain disorders.

#Drosophila #BrainMapping #Neuroscience #Research #NeuralCircuits #Synapses #Neurons #HumanDisorders #Science #Biology

https://www.science.org/content/article/scienceadviser-complete-map-fly-s-brain-unveiled 
 Complete Map of Fly's Brain Unveiled
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Researchers have unveiled a complete map of the brain of the fruit fly, Drosophila melanogaster; this map includes approximately 25,000 neurons and 20 million synapses; the study was published on October 12, 2023; the research aims to enhance understanding of brain function and neural circuits; the project took over a decade to complete; the findings could have implications for understanding human brain disorders.

#Drosophila #BrainMapping #Neuroscience #Research #NeuralCircuits #Synapses #Neurons #HumanDisorders #Science #Biology

https://www.science.org/content/article/scienceadviser-complete-map-fly-s-brain-unveiled 
 The role of science in addressing the climate crisis
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The article discusses the role of science in addressing the climate crisis. It emphasizes the need for scientific research and evidence-based solutions to combat climate change. The author highlights the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration and the involvement of policymakers and the public in implementing effective climate policies. The article also mentions the urgency of taking immediate action to mitigate the impacts of climate change. The publication date and author are not provided.



https://www.science.org/doi/10.1126/science.adr3820