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Compare how neurons learn under plain Hebb, Oja, BCM and spike-timing-dependent plasticity rules. Plain Hebbian weights blow up, Oja's rule stays bounded and locks onto the main direction of the input, BCM's sliding threshold makes a cell pick one pattern, and STDP strengthens synapses that fire just before the cell does. A calcium-control concept panel connects the rules to what's known about real synapses.
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About Hebbian Plasticity Simulator
Hebbian Plasticity Simulator is an interactive learning tool on VTC. Compare how neurons learn under plain Hebb, Oja, BCM and spike-timing-dependent plasticity rules. Plain Hebbian weights blow up, Oja's rule stays bounded and locks onto the main direction of the input, BCM's sliding threshold makes a cell pick one pattern, and STDP strengthens synapses that fire just before the cell does. A calcium-control concept panel connects the rules to what's known about real synapses. It runs in your web browser and is free to use, and suits students, teachers and self-learners.
Who it's for: Students, teachers and self-learners
Features
- Compare how neurons learn under plain Hebb, Oja, BCM and spike-timing-dependent plasticity rules
- STDP strengthens synapses that fire just before the cell does
- A calcium-control concept panel connects the rules to what's known about real synapses
- Free to use in your browser
Frequently asked questions
What is Hebbian Plasticity Simulator on VTC?
Hebbian Plasticity Simulator is an interactive learning tool on VTC. Compare how neurons learn under plain Hebb, Oja, BCM and spike-timing-dependent plasticity rules. Plain Hebbian weights blow up, Oja's rule stays bounded and locks onto the main direction of the input, BCM's sliding threshold makes a cell pick one pattern, and STDP strengthens synapses that fire just before the cell does.
Is Hebbian Plasticity Simulator free to use?
Yes. The VTC app catalog lists Hebbian Plasticity Simulator at no cost, and it runs in your web browser with nothing to install.
Who is Hebbian Plasticity Simulator for and how do I start?
It is aimed at students, teachers and self-learners. To start, open https://hebbianplasticity.apps.vtc.com in your browser.