Exploration of hierarchical leadership and connectivity in neural networks in vitro.
Description:
Living neural networks are capable of processing information much faster than a modern computer, despite running at significantly lower clock speeds. Therefore, understanding the mechanisms neural networks utilize is an issue of substantial importance. Neuronal interaction dynamics were studied using histiotypic networks growing on microelectrode arrays in vitro. Hierarchical relationships were explored using bursting (when many neurons fire in a short time frame) dynamics, pairwise neuronal a…
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Date:
December 2008
Creator:
Ham, Michael I.
Partner:
UNT Libraries