Extra-Neural Connectomes vs. Non-Neural Connectomes

Both "Extra-Neural Connectomes" and "Non-Neural Connectomes" could be used to describe connectomes outside the traditionally defined neural field of human tissue, but they convey slightly different nuances:

Extra-Neural Connectomes:

• Implication: The term "Extra-Neural" suggests something that exists in addition to or outside the neural system. It implies a relationship or connection to the neural network, but it extends beyond the traditional neural structures. This term might be preferable when discussing connectomes that are directly linked or interact with neural networks but are not confined to neural tissue.
• Use Case: It could be useful when discussing hybrid systems where non-neural elements (e.g., bioengineered tissues or artificial constructs) are designed to integrate with or supplement neural networks.

Non-Neural Connectomes:

• Implication: "Non-Neural" explicitly indicates that the connectomes being discussed are entirely separate from neural tissue. This term is more definitive in excluding neural elements and may be preferable when the focus is on entirely different types of connectomes (e.g., in bioengineered tissues, synthetic systems, or other biological structures unrelated to the nervous system).
• Use Case: This would be the better choice when you want to emphasize that the connectomes have no direct relation to neural systems and exist independently of the nervous system’s framework.

Preference:

• "Extra-Neural Connectomes" might be preferable if you intend to discuss systems that, while outside traditional neural tissue, still have some conceptual or functional ties to neural networks.
• "Non-Neural Connectomes" might be better if you aim to delineate these connectomes as completely separate and distinct from anything related to the neural system.