Pattern selection in multi-layer network with adaptive coupling
Abstract Feed-forward effect modulates collective behavior of a multiple neuron network and facilitates strongly synchronization of their firing in deep layers. However, full synchronization of neuron system corresponds to functional disorder. In this work, we investigate coexistence of synchronized and incoherent neurons in deeper layer (called chimera state) in order to avoid the contradiction between facilitation of full synchronization and complete functional failure of neuron system. We focus on a multiple network containing two layers and confirm that chimera state in layer 1 could also induce that in layer 2 when the feed-forward effect is strong enough. Cluster also is discovered as a transient state which separates full synchronization and chimera state and occupy a narrow region. Both feed-forward and back-forward effect together emerge of chimera states in both layer 1 and 2 under same parameter in large range of parameters selection. Further, we introduce adaptive dynamics into inter-layer rather than intra-layer couplings. Under this circumstance chimera state still can be induced and coupling matrix will be self-organized under suitable phase parameter to guarantee chimera formation. Indeed, chimera states exist and transit to deeper layer in a regular multiple network with very strict parameter selection. The results helps understanding better the neuron firing propagating and encoding scheme in a multi-layer neuron network.