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What is a connectome?
A connectome is a comprehensive map of all the neural connections within a brain. Think of it like a wiring diagram for the brain, showing how every neuron is linked to others. In the fruit fly story, scientists mapped its 166,000 neurons and 125 million connections, providing an unprecedented look at how its brain is organised.
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