A studied eye on the human brain...

Interesting article I read today... here's a bit on it...


"...Computers are adept at tasks involving speed and precision such as solving equations, but they could learn a thing or two from the energy efficient human brain.

That is the premise behind the work of Kwabena Boahen, a Stanford scientist who is reverse-engineering portions of the human nervous system, beginning with the relatively simple retina, and applying its lessons to the next generation of electronics.

"From the engineering point of view (the brain) looks sloppy and gooey and slapped together," said Boahen, a native of Ghana who has studied and taught in the United States, and recently joined the Stanford faculty.

Though biological circuits may appear chaotic, Boahen said the brain is able to recognize patterns and learn from experience, two traits scientists would like to mimic in machines..."

Interesting... For more on this click on the title or right here.