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Breakthrough Simulation Models Mouse Cortex on Fugaku Supercomputer

11/19/2025

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A global team led by the Allen Institute for Brain Science and Japanese institutions built a simulation of a mouse cortex on Japan's Fugaku supercomputer, modeling nearly 10 million neurons and 26 billion synapses.
The model captures both structure and function, enabling researchers to explore neural dynamics and test potential treatments safely.
Findings will be presented at the SC25 conference, underscoring the milestone and the potential for future whole-brain simulations.

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A global team led by the Allen Institute for Brain Science and Japanese institutions built a simulation of a mouse cortex on Japan's Fugaku supercomputer, modeling nearly 10 million neurons and 26 billion synapses.
The model captures both structure and function, enabling researchers to explore neural dynamics and test potential treatments safely.
Findings will be presented at the SC25 conference, underscoring the milestone and the potential for future whole-brain simulations.