What can physics tell us about the brain? - Part 1
Simplifying Complexity
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Bridging Micro and Macro: Statistical Mechanics in Neuroscience
This chapter explores the foundational principles of statistical mechanics, linking its origins in the Industrial Revolution to the complexities of brain dynamics. It examines how the behavior of microscopic particles informs larger-scale phenomena, drawing parallels between gas laws and neural interactions that contribute to consciousness and decision-making.
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