Overlooked cells might explain the human brain's huge storage capacity
May 27, 2025
May 27, 2025
CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, May 27 -- The Massachusetts Institute of Technology issued the following news:
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Overlooked cells might explain the human brain's huge storage capacity
The human brain contains about 86 billion neurons. These cells fire electrical signals that help the brain store memories and send information and commands throughout the brain and the nervous system.
The brain also contains billions of astrocytes -- star-shap . . .
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Overlooked cells might explain the human brain's huge storage capacity
The human brain contains about 86 billion neurons. These cells fire electrical signals that help the brain store memories and send information and commands throughout the brain and the nervous system.
The brain also contains billions of astrocytes -- star-shap . . .