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Posted originally 28th November 08, but didnt recall seeing it here.

Cognitive computing project plans to use nanoscale devices as virtual neurons and synapses

 Robots and computers that think like humans have traditionally been confined to sci-fi worlds such as those in ‘Blade Runner’ and ‘Red Dwarf’, but IBM reckons that a real-time computer simulation of the human brain isn’t out of the question. In fact, the company has just announced that it’s embarking on a project to ‘simulate and emulate the brain’s abilities for sensation, perception, action, interaction and cognition.’

Full article here:
http://www.custompc.co.uk/news/605229/ibm-plans-to-build-virtual-human-brain.html