# Neurons reliably respond to straight lines

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**Created:** [October 31, 2018, 2:47am UTC](https://archive.menshealtharchive.com/t/neurons-reliably-respond-to-straight-lines/432 "2018-10-31T02:47:04Z")\
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> **[Neurons reliably respond to straight lines](https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2018/10/181023130515.htm)**
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> Single neurons in the brain's primary visual cortex can reliably detect straight lines, even though the cellular makeup of the neurons is constantly changing, according to a new study. The study's findings lay the groundwork for future studies into...

  
Single neurons in the brain’s primary visual cortex can reliably detect straight lines, even though the cellular makeup of the neurons is constantly changing, according to a new study. The study’s findings lay the groundwork for future studies into how the sensory system reacts and adapts to changes.