# Can we simulate a brain, or build a copy of its circuitry by Edward S. Boyden > "Can we simulate a brain, or build a copy of its circuitry?" > **— Edward S. Boyden**, *Neurotechnology talks / research framing, wording candidate* Verification Status: Unverified — exact wording/source has not yet been independently confirmed against a primary source; source clue: Neurotechnology talks / research framing, wording candidate.