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Hippocampus
The hippocampus is the largest part of the archicortex and an area in the temporal lobe. It is also an important part of the limbic system. Functionally, it is involved in memory processes, but also in spatial orientation and learning. It comprises the subiculum, the dentate gyrus, and the Ammon's horn with its four fields CA1-CA4. Changes in the structure of the hippocampus due to stress are associated with chronic pain. The hippocampus also plays an important role in the amplification of pain through anxiety.
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John O’Keefe and the Moser Couple: Place Cells
The discoverers of orientation cells was awarded the Nobel Prize in Medicine in 2014.
31.10.2014
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10.03.2017
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- Successful aging
The Secret of Neural Reserve
From the hippocampus to the synapse: A research consortium is investigating which factors protect our thinking in old age
01.02.2026
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- The Developing Brain
Children in the Lab
Brain research. It’s not easy to conduct. Especially when it comes to young children.
18.03.2026
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- Anatomy
The Hippocampal Network
New memories are consolidated in the hippocampus via an excitatory circuit.
13.07.2015
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How does EMDR work?
Trauma therapy with EMDR: How does it work and what happens in the brain?
14.04.2024
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The Limbic System
The limbic system does not solely control our emotional life. It also has other functions.
22.12.2023
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The Fear Circuit
Fear arises thanks to lightning-fast mechanisms – that do not always react correctly.
11.09.2025
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09.12.2019
