The Application of Ising Model in Simulating Neural Networks

This article investigates the utilization of Ising model in emulating the function of neurotransmitters within neuronal networks of the cerebral cortex, as well as its prospective impact on understanding the mechanisms behind psychiatric illnesses. Initially designed to illustrate the interactions of atomic magnetic moments in ferromagnetic materials, Ising model has now permeated into the realm of neuroscience. Specifically, it is used to analyze the interplays between neuron activation states and their subsequent effects on brain functionality. Research indicates that the modulatory role of neurotransmitters is of utmost importance for synchronicity and overall equilibrium within neuronal networks. This opens up fresh insights into how neural networks process data, and how neurotransmitters modulate these networks. Additionally, Ising model unveils the connection between neural avalanche phenomena and psychiatric diseases, suggesting that the criticality of neural networks might be a fundamental mechanism for efficient information processing in the brain. The model lays the theoretical groundwork for deepening our grasp of the neurotransmitters' role in psychiatric diseases, and also offers novel prospects for diagnosing and managing these conditions.