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Number of neurons in each area of the network.
| Neural area | Excitatory neurons | Inhibitory neurons |
|---|---|---|
| SUBCORTICAL | ||
| BG | – | 1000 |
| MD/SC | 1000 | – |
| VTA (dopamine) | 1000 | – |
| LC (norepinephrine) | 1000 | – |
| CORTICAL COLUMN | ||
| Layer 3 | 2585 | 729 |
| Layer 5 | 606 | 133 |
| OTHER CORTICAL | ||
| PC 7a | 1000 | – |
| MOT | 1000 | – |
