Unveiling the Untold Variety: Complete Cellular Mapping of a Mammalian Brain

Researchers have created the first complete cell atlas of a mammalian brain, specifically a mouse, providing detailed information on over 32 million cells, their types, locations, molecular profiles, and connectivity. This breakthrough offers a foundational map for understanding human brain functions and developing precision therapies for mental and neurological disorders. The atlas encompasses structural, transcriptomic, and epigenetic data, providing a blueprint for brain circuit operations and functioning. The findings were funded by the NIH BRAIN Initiative® and published in 10 papers in Nature.