Sebastian Seung’s Quest to Map the Human Brain

Sebastian Seung’s Quest to Map the Human Brain

2/28/2015

link

https://www.nytimes.com/2015/01/11/magazine/sebastian-seungs-quest-to-map-the-human-brain.html

summary

This article from The New York Times Magazine tells the story of Sebastian Seung, a neuroscientist on a mission to map the human brain. It highlights Seung's background and his ambitious goal to create a comprehensive map of the brain's connections, known as the connectome. The article delves into the challenges and ethical considerations involved in such an undertaking, as well as the potential benefits in understanding and treating neurological disorders. It also explores Seung's belief that each person's connectome holds the key to their individuality and uniqueness. Overall, the article provides a fascinating glimpse into the cutting-edge field of neuroscience and the efforts being made to unravel the mysteries of the human brain.

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