Structure and Function of Brain Circuits and Networks
A special issue of Brain Sciences (ISSN 2076-3425). This special issue belongs to the section "Molecular and Cellular Neuroscience".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: closed (31 July 2024) | Viewed by 2066
Special Issue Editors
Interests: neural circuit; mouse behavior; psychiatric disorders; synaptic transmission and plasticity; learning and memory
Interests: machine learning; neural circuit coding of behavior; neural ensemble activity; neurological disorders; systems neuroscience
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Welcome to this Special Issue of the journal Brain Sciences, which is dedicated to exploring the intricate world of brain circuits and networks. The brain's complexity lies in its network of interconnected cells that enable our thoughts, emotions, and actions. Understanding the structure and function of these circuits is crucial for unraveling the mysteries of the mind and advancing neuroscience.
This Special Issue brings together cutting-edge research that investigates various aspects of neural connectivity, from microscopic organization to large-scale dynamics. Contributors employ innovative techniques and computational approaches to provide new insights into the principles governing brain function. Topics covered include synaptic plasticity, neural development, information processing, and the role of circuits in cognition and behavior. By examining the interplay between structure and function, we deepen our understanding of neural circuitry and its implications for neurological and psychiatric disorders. We invite readers to explore this collection and embark on a journey through the remarkable world of brain circuits and networks.
Dr. Jianyang Du
Dr. Hui Lu
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- brain circuits
- neural networks
- synaptic plasticity
- neural development
- network dynamics
- neural coding
- information processing
- neuron–glia interaction
- behavioral output
- neurological disorders
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