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Posterior ventral nucleus
A nucleus of the dorsal thalamus that serves as the main somatosensory thalamic nucleus. The VPL receives somatosensory afferents from the body via the spinal cord (pressure, touch, vibration, proprioception, pain, temperature), while the VPM receives afferents from the head region via the trigeminal nerve. It transmits this information to the primary somatosensory cortex (S1) and thus plays a central role in the awareness of somatosensory stimuli, including pain.
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posterior
A positional term – posterior means "towards the back, located at the rear." In relation to the nervous system, it refers to a direction towards the tail.
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Posterior parietal cortex
The posterior parietal lobe receives inputs from numerous visual, auditory, somatosensory, and proprioceptive cortical areas. It integrates this information into an overall spatial picture that enables orientation, spatial attention, and the planning and execution of goal-directed movements.
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The Hypothalamus
Nutrition and reproduction – these activities are controlled by the hypothalamus at the neural and hormonal levels.
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How the Brain Predicts the Immediate Future
Three key areas track when something is likely to happen.
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Many areas of the brain are involved in planning complex movements such as throwing a ball.
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The Parietal Lobe
Sensory impressions are integrated in the parietal lobe. This is also where the body and mind meet.
18.09.2025
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The Pituitary Gland
The “queen of glands” regulates vital processes. It has nothing to do with colds.
21.03.2025
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The Cingulate Gyrus
When paying attention, experiencing pain, or feeling emotions, the cingulate gyrus on the inside of the cortex becomes active.
22.09.2023
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Rethinking Consciousness
When Science Puts Itself to the Test
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