Science to Art (IMAGE) University of Queensland Caption Nerve cells, also called neurons, project to one another to establish a connection and form a neural circuit, the activity of which is essential for brain function such as learning and memory. Credit Queensland Brain Institute, The University of Queensland Usage Restrictions None License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.