Neural Network Simulations: Challenges and Insights

This chapter explores the complexities of running large-scale neural network simulations on supercomputers, emphasizing optimal resource allocation and the impact of neural activity states on simulation duration. It discusses the validation of a neural model simulating the visual cortex against empirical data, underscoring the importance of collaboration in benchmarking and tool development. Additionally, it delves into cortical modeling phenomena, including population bursts and the dynamics of brain activity in response to sensory information.