Studying the topological organization of the cerebral blood flow
... latent components. In particular, the brain regions within each component are believed to have strong connectivity, while the connectivity between components is weak. The ASL technique has been utilized to measure dynamic, spontaneous CBF changes in resting state (Biswal et al., 1997; Chuang et al., ...
... latent components. In particular, the brain regions within each component are believed to have strong connectivity, while the connectivity between components is weak. The ASL technique has been utilized to measure dynamic, spontaneous CBF changes in resting state (Biswal et al., 1997; Chuang et al., ...
Dynamics of Propofol-Induced Loss of Consciousness Across
... Here, we studied intracortical neuronal dynamics leading to propofol-induced unconsciousness by recording single-neuron activity and local field potentials directly in the functionally interconnecting somatosensory (S1) and frontal ventral premotor (PMv) network during a gradual behavioral transitio ...
... Here, we studied intracortical neuronal dynamics leading to propofol-induced unconsciousness by recording single-neuron activity and local field potentials directly in the functionally interconnecting somatosensory (S1) and frontal ventral premotor (PMv) network during a gradual behavioral transitio ...
Evolution of Association Pallial Areas: In Birds E
... and rather independently in pigeons and humans. The non-human and the human definitions of ▶working memory differ only with respect to the presence of a language-component in humans. Not only is WM behavior very similar between mammals and birds but the neural processes generating WM also seem to be ...
... and rather independently in pigeons and humans. The non-human and the human definitions of ▶working memory differ only with respect to the presence of a language-component in humans. Not only is WM behavior very similar between mammals and birds but the neural processes generating WM also seem to be ...
C. elegans Neurology Supplement - Bio-Rad
... remains to be learned. One of the major gaps in our knowledge lies in our lack of understanding of how the human brain functions. The brain is the most complex organ in the human body and arguably the most remarkable, yet very basic questions remain unanswered. How does the human brain store memorie ...
... remains to be learned. One of the major gaps in our knowledge lies in our lack of understanding of how the human brain functions. The brain is the most complex organ in the human body and arguably the most remarkable, yet very basic questions remain unanswered. How does the human brain store memorie ...
AP-Anatomy
... Knowledge of the functional anatomy of the nervous system may be useful in determining how acupuncture works since all evidence suggests that the effects acupuncture can be explained only by its affects on the nervous system. ...
... Knowledge of the functional anatomy of the nervous system may be useful in determining how acupuncture works since all evidence suggests that the effects acupuncture can be explained only by its affects on the nervous system. ...
File - McMurray VMC
... 4. Activation-Synthesis Theory: Suggests that the brain engages in a lot of random neural activity. Dreams make sense of this activity. 5. Cognitive Development: Some researchers argue that we dream as a part of brain maturation and cognitive development. All dream researchers believe we need REM sl ...
... 4. Activation-Synthesis Theory: Suggests that the brain engages in a lot of random neural activity. Dreams make sense of this activity. 5. Cognitive Development: Some researchers argue that we dream as a part of brain maturation and cognitive development. All dream researchers believe we need REM sl ...
Direct and Indirect Activation of Cortical Neurons by Electrical
... al. 1986). These estimates are based on the activation of subcortical fibers. Two groups have studied the currentspread properties of electrical stimulation within neocortex using behavioral methods. Murasugi et al. (1993) studied such properties in extrastriate area MT (middle temporal cortex) and ...
... al. 1986). These estimates are based on the activation of subcortical fibers. Two groups have studied the currentspread properties of electrical stimulation within neocortex using behavioral methods. Murasugi et al. (1993) studied such properties in extrastriate area MT (middle temporal cortex) and ...
Broken Mirrors: A Theory of Autism
... Because mirror neurons appear to be involved in social interaction, dysfunctions of this neural system could explain some of the primary symptoms of autism, including isolation and absence of empathy. Studies of people with autism show a lack of mirror neuron activity in several regions of the brain ...
... Because mirror neurons appear to be involved in social interaction, dysfunctions of this neural system could explain some of the primary symptoms of autism, including isolation and absence of empathy. Studies of people with autism show a lack of mirror neuron activity in several regions of the brain ...
Creating Buzz: The Neural Correlates of Effective Message
... further development and production. Television-pilot stimuli. Preliminary pilot-show ideas were generated by an independent group of undergraduates in response to a prompt in which they were asked to “Pretend you are pitching a new TV show idea to a network.” From this pool of show descriptions, 24 ...
... further development and production. Television-pilot stimuli. Preliminary pilot-show ideas were generated by an independent group of undergraduates in response to a prompt in which they were asked to “Pretend you are pitching a new TV show idea to a network.” From this pool of show descriptions, 24 ...
Life, Health, Wellness, and Lifestyle Series
... of life, during the development and growth periods is critical for normal brain development and continued optimal functioning. ...
... of life, during the development and growth periods is critical for normal brain development and continued optimal functioning. ...
The Nervous System Introducion
... • Bones - skull protects brain; vertebrae protect spinal cord • Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF) - watery fluid formed from plasma that circulates through the central nervous system and function as a shock absorber ...
... • Bones - skull protects brain; vertebrae protect spinal cord • Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF) - watery fluid formed from plasma that circulates through the central nervous system and function as a shock absorber ...
NETMORPH: A Framework for the Stochastic
... elongation and branching (Letourneau et al. 1991). Synapses can occur where axonal and dendritic branches of different neurons come sufficiently close to each other (Braitenberg and Schütz 1998; Peters 1979). The resulting local and global patterns of synaptic connectivity (e.g., connection length d ...
... elongation and branching (Letourneau et al. 1991). Synapses can occur where axonal and dendritic branches of different neurons come sufficiently close to each other (Braitenberg and Schütz 1998; Peters 1979). The resulting local and global patterns of synaptic connectivity (e.g., connection length d ...
The Biology
... chapter also examines how the various parts of the nervous system operate together in emergency situations to produce lifesaving responses to danger. Next, the brain itself will be considered by examining its major structures and the ways in which these affect behaviour. The brain controls movement, ...
... chapter also examines how the various parts of the nervous system operate together in emergency situations to produce lifesaving responses to danger. Next, the brain itself will be considered by examining its major structures and the ways in which these affect behaviour. The brain controls movement, ...
Brain Abnormalities in Murderers Indicated by
... anatomical subdivisions of each identified stereotactically (Buchsbaum et al 1989). This technique has been used by at least nine different PET groups, and a review of its advantages for facilitating intrasubject and intersubject differences may be found in Harris et al (1991). Absolute glucose valu ...
... anatomical subdivisions of each identified stereotactically (Buchsbaum et al 1989). This technique has been used by at least nine different PET groups, and a review of its advantages for facilitating intrasubject and intersubject differences may be found in Harris et al (1991). Absolute glucose valu ...
Olfactory tubercle neurons exhibit slowphasic firing patterns during
... These studies have demonstrated that neurons show slow-phasic changes in firing rate for minutes surrounding an infusion. The “progressive-reversal” slow phasic pattern is characterized by a postinfusion firing change during cocaine S-A (Fig. 1B) followed by a reversal that is correlated with the cy ...
... These studies have demonstrated that neurons show slow-phasic changes in firing rate for minutes surrounding an infusion. The “progressive-reversal” slow phasic pattern is characterized by a postinfusion firing change during cocaine S-A (Fig. 1B) followed by a reversal that is correlated with the cy ...
THALAMUS
... 3. In the cerebral cortex, activation of muscarinic, alfa1-adrenergic, or mGluR results in abolition of burst firing of layer V burst generating neurons and a switch to tonic, single-spike mod of action potential generation. In regular spiking cells, activation of muscarinic, beta-adrenergic, Hzhist ...
... 3. In the cerebral cortex, activation of muscarinic, alfa1-adrenergic, or mGluR results in abolition of burst firing of layer V burst generating neurons and a switch to tonic, single-spike mod of action potential generation. In regular spiking cells, activation of muscarinic, beta-adrenergic, Hzhist ...
Overview of research in Biophysics Institute, NCU
... Synchronized Firing of Neuronal Network Culture Spontaneous firing of the cultures are induced by reducing [Mg2+] in the Buffered salt solution ...
... Synchronized Firing of Neuronal Network Culture Spontaneous firing of the cultures are induced by reducing [Mg2+] in the Buffered salt solution ...
P312Ch02_Nervous System, Neurons Lecture
... Language of the Neuron: The action potential The action potential occurs as a result of a brief change in the makeup of the neuron’s membrane. When that change occurs Na+ ions move into the neuron and the voltage of the interior of the neuron – going from -.070 to + .040 in a fraction of a second. W ...
... Language of the Neuron: The action potential The action potential occurs as a result of a brief change in the makeup of the neuron’s membrane. When that change occurs Na+ ions move into the neuron and the voltage of the interior of the neuron – going from -.070 to + .040 in a fraction of a second. W ...
The nervous system is a complex collection of nerves and
... The nervous system is composed of all nerve tissues in the body. The functions of nerve tissue are to receive stimuli, transmit stimuli to nervous centers, and to initiate response. The central nervous system consists of the brain and spinal cord and serves as the collection point of nerve impulses. ...
... The nervous system is composed of all nerve tissues in the body. The functions of nerve tissue are to receive stimuli, transmit stimuli to nervous centers, and to initiate response. The central nervous system consists of the brain and spinal cord and serves as the collection point of nerve impulses. ...
9.5 & 9.11 PP - Mrs. heninger
... Real-world connection How drugs interact with the nervous system. Vocabulary nerve pathways, synapse, synaptic cleft, synaptic transmission, neurotransmitters, resting potential, action potential, reflex arc, receptor, sensory neuron, interneuron, motor neuron, effector. ...
... Real-world connection How drugs interact with the nervous system. Vocabulary nerve pathways, synapse, synaptic cleft, synaptic transmission, neurotransmitters, resting potential, action potential, reflex arc, receptor, sensory neuron, interneuron, motor neuron, effector. ...
Morphomechanics: transforming tubes into organs
... generated forces, the torsional component of c-looping is caused mainly by external loads. In his thesis, Butler suggested that the main twist-causing force is provided by the left omphalomesenteric vein, which grows larger than the right vein and exerts a torque on the heart. Recent research suppor ...
... generated forces, the torsional component of c-looping is caused mainly by external loads. In his thesis, Butler suggested that the main twist-causing force is provided by the left omphalomesenteric vein, which grows larger than the right vein and exerts a torque on the heart. Recent research suppor ...
