From genes to dynamics: Examining brain cell types in action may reveal the logic of brain function
de la Prida L (2026). From genes to dynamics: Examining brain cell types in action may reveal the logic of brain function. The Transmitter, https://doi.org/10.53053/okgj7174
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- Liset M. de la Prida
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- The Transmitter
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- 2026
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- Journal Article
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- 10.53053/okgj7174
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GrayJoint
Feb 17, 2026
I think this article serves as a good introduction to reconciling the genetic identity of neurons with their dynamics to decode brain function ("This pattern suggests that different cell types contribute distinct computational roles: Some support flexible internal transformations, and others provide stable reference signals that anchor cognition to the external world.") but (and this may be biased) I feel like it did not make any new points about this. I had a hard time understanding the toroidal structure diagram and theory - I think this section could have used a more thorough explanation.