– Researchers have modeled and mapped the neurons in the brain of a C. elegans worm.
– The study reveals insights into how these neurons encode the worm’s behaviors.
– The research sheds light on the robustness and flexibility of the worm’s nervous system.
Hot take: Who would have thought that a tiny worm’s brain could teach us so much about neuroscience? Mapping and modeling the neurons of a C. elegans worm has given researchers new insights into how its behaviors are encoded. This study highlights the surprising robustness and flexibility of the worm’s nervous system. Truly, the wonders of nature never cease to amaze!
Original article: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2023/08/230821114415.htm