I know current learning models work a little like neurons but why not just make a sim that works exactly like how we understand neurons work

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    6 months ago

    It’s not a terrible idea by any means. It’s pretty hard to do, though. Check out the Blue Brain Project. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Blue_Brain_Project?wprov=sfla1

    ETA: not to mention the brain is a heck of a lot more than a collection of neurons. Other commenters pointed out how we just discovered a new kind of brain cell - the brain is filled with so many different types of neurons (e.g. pyramidal, Purkinje, dopamine-based, myelinated, unmyelinated, internet Ron’s, etc.). Then there’s an entire class of “neuron support” cells called neuralgia. This includes oligodendrocytes (and Schwann cells), microglia, satellite cells, and most importantly, astrocytes. These star-shaped cells can have a huge impact on how neurons communicate by uptaking neurotransmitters and other mechanisms.

    Here’s more info: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tripartite_synapse?wprov=sfla1