Neural Simulation
NeuroSIM
Interactive visualization of neural architecture from brain networks down to individual synapses and molecular machinery. Navigate five zoom levels — network, cortical layers, neuron morphology, synaptic transmission, and molecular detail. All parameters from published neuroscience literature.
Zoom Level
6
Neurons
11
Regions
8
Receptors
6
Networks
Network
Brain regions & functional networks~15 cm
Drag to rotate · Scroll to zoom
Hover over a glowing region to see details. Click to zoom into its cortical layers.
Stats
Regions11
Networks6
Neuron types6
Data Sources
- Pyramidal neuron morphology: PMC11094408 (2024)
- Dendritic spine clustering: PMC6060563 (PLOS Computational Biology)
- Action potential physiology: StatPearls NBK538143
- Cortical microcircuit: Blue Brain Project NMC Portal (EPFL)
- Synaptic vesicle dynamics: PMC8054220
- SNARE complex: PMC3570063
- Receptor kinetics: StatPearls NBK519495
- Network organization: Human Connectome Project
Simulation parameters are simplified for visualization. Biophysical models with full Hodgkin-Huxley dynamics are available in NEURON simulator (ModelDB) and the Blue Brain Project portal.