Effects of Distributed Time Delays on Neuronal Network Micro-Circuits

Abstract

Time delays are prevalent in many systems of practical interest. Retarded functional differential equations have been widely used to model systems with inherent time delays. The stability of systems with discrete time delays has been studied quite extensively in the recent mathematical research literature. This project will investigate the effects of general distributed time delays on some common mathematical models of artificial neuronal network micro-circuits or small networks. The project will gain insight into how distributed time delays interact with network structure to determine the stability and oscillations in small networks or micro-circuits. Naturally, these problems have echoes in bifurcation theory and other areas. Novel ways of thinking about stability and bifurcation of equilibria will be explored. The project will shed light on the intricacies of large networks of interacting units.

Document Details

Document Type
DoD Grant Award
Publication Date
Jul 09, 2020
Source ID
W911NF2010123

Entities

People

  • Israel Ncube

Organizations

  • Alabama A & M College
  • Army Contracting Command
  • United States Army

Tags

Readers

  • Chemistry (specifically Chemical Fluorescence)
  • Control Systems Engineering.
  • Systems Analysis and Design