Detailed parallel simulation of a biological neuronal network

Realistic modeling of the cat's brain advances neurobiology, while also teaching us a lesson on efficient communication among parallel processors. A scheme that can quickly propagate "spikes" of current between connected nerve cells might find use in many cases where a lot of irregular and nonlocal communication is needed.<<ETX>>

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