These chips are created to function like the brains nerve cells known as neurons.
Existing computers as really fast calculators, Modha said.
Passing between neurons, the spikes are like a single bit of information.
He says that he thinks of this happening within a decade.
The complexity and beauty of neurons in nature dwarfs the imagination, he added.
Its a system that is somewhat inspired by the way a rats brain is wired.
However, no one knows where this research could lead as it progresses.
The best way to predict the future is to invent it, Modha said of his work.
Thats been my mantra.
source: www.techworm.net
