A multiscale distributed neural computing model database (NCMD) for neuromorphic architecture.

Journal: Neural networks : the official journal of the International Neural Network Society
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Abstract

Distributed neuromorphic architecture is a promising technique for on-chip processing of multiple tasks. Deploying the constructed model in a distributed neuromorphic system, however, remains time-consuming and challenging due to considerations such as network topology, connection rules, and compatibility with multiple programming languages. We proposed a multiscale distributed neural computing model database (NCMD), which is a framework designed for ARM-based multi-core hardware. Various neural computing components, including ion channels, synapses, and neurons, are encompassed in NCMD. We demonstrated how NCMD constructs and deploys multi-compartmental detailed neuron models as well as spiking neural networks (SNNs) in BrainS, a distributed multi-ARM neuromorphic system. We demonstrated that the electrodiffusive Pinsky-Rinzel (edPR) model developed by NCMD is well-suited for BrainS. All dynamic properties, such as changes in membrane potential and ion concentrations, can be easily explored. In addition, SNNs constructed by NCMD can achieve an accuracy of 86.67% on the test set of the Iris dataset. The proposed NCMD offers an innovative approach to applying BrainS in neuroscience, cognitive decision-making, and artificial intelligence research.

Authors

  • Bo Gong
    MD Undergraduate Program, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada; Department of Radiology, Vancouver General Hospital, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, 899 12th Avenue West, British Columbia V5Z 1M9, Canada. Electronic address: bogong.ustc@gmail.com.
  • Jiang Wang
    School of Electrical Engineering and Automation, Tianjin University, Tianjin, 300072, People's Republic of China.
  • Siyuan Chang
    School of Mechanical Science and Engineering, Northeast Petroleum University, Daqing, PR China.
  • Gang Xue
    School of Electrical and Information Engineering, Tianjin University, Tianjin, 300072, PR China.
  • Xile Wei
    School of Electrical Engineering and Automation, Tianjin University, 300072, PR China.