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The world, the universe and us

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Mapping Brain Insights

This chapter explores groundbreaking research that maps brain activity using data from over 650,000 neurons in mouse brains. It highlights how decision-making processes involve a distributed network of brain regions and demonstrates the role of expectations in shaping behaviors. Additionally, the chapter connects these findings to broader implications for understanding consciousness and cognitive biases, with potential applications in treating conditions like autism.

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