Neuron Registry Task Force (NRTF)
In broad terms, the goal of this task force is to create a registry which one can browse and search for neuron types based on their properties; ultimately, the registry will accept review submissions of new neuron types. Each neuron will be defined based on its properties, and will be assigned a unique identifier, a preferred name, as well as a set of synonyms. An initial list of neuron properties is provided by the Petilla terminology ( (P.I.N.G., Nature Rev Neurosci., 2008), upon which this INCF effort is building. In collaboration with the Representation and Deployment Task Force, this Task Force is designing the curator interface and underlying structure of the registry database.
There are currently 3 proposed phases for this effort:
Phase 1 (June 2009 - October 2009)
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Refining the goal and scope of the Neuron Registry.
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Designing the curator interface (via exchange of annotated mock-up screenshot drafts).
The specifications for the curator interface will be implemented in Fall 2009.
Phase 2 (November 2009 - May 2010)
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Testing the intermediate prototypes and approving the final implementation.
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Using the interface to seed-populate the Neuron Registry.
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Specifying the design of the graphical user interface.
The specifications for the user interface will be implemented in Spring 2010.
Phase 3 (June 2010 - November 2010)
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Testing the intermediate prototypes and approving a stable (alpha) implementation.
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Propose a system of ongoing curation from community feedback.
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Releasing a beta version of the Neuron Registry.
