What is the purpose of the CL1 biocomputer?

The purpose of the CL1 biocomputer, developed by Cortical Labs, is to study how brain cells process information using live human neurons on a silicon chip. This technology allows researchers to observe how these neuronal networks learn and respond to stimuli, creating connections between electrical signals and neural activity. It provides valuable insights into biological intelligence and its applications in neuroscience^[1][2].

In addition, the CL1 aims to revolutionize drug discovery and disease modeling. By offering simpler models of neural systems, it helps researchers better understand neurological diseases like epilepsy and Alzheimer’s, and improves the testing of neuropsychiatric drugs, addressing high failure rates in clinical trials^[2][1].