# We want to build tools that can observe and control the brain at the resolution of its… by Edward S. Boyden > "We want to build tools that can observe and control the brain at the resolution of its fundamental components." > **— Edward S. Boyden**, *Neurotechnology talks and lab mission, wording candidate* Verification Status: Unverified — exact wording/source has not yet been independently confirmed against a primary source; source clue: Neurotechnology talks and lab mission, wording candidate.