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When Consciousness fails
A complex system of brain structures is necessary for the conscious perception of our surroundings.
13.06.2025
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- Grundlagen
- Anatomy
The Striatum
The striatum is not only about complex motor skills, but also about happiness.
28.11.2025
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- Glossary
Limbic cortex
The limbic cortex primarily comprises the cingulate gyrus and adjacent structures such as the entorhinal cortex. It is part of the limbic system, which also includes regions such as the hippocampus and the amygdala. The limbic system plays a central role in processing emotions, motivation, and instinctive behavior.
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Mediathek: Grafik & Foto
10.03.2017
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- Grundlagen
- Anatomy
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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- News from the Institutes
How does our brain regulate generosity?
The “basolateral amygdala”, a part of the limbic system, plays an important role in this.
14.04.2025
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- Grundlagen
- Anatomy
The Corpora Mamillaria
Mammillary bodies located between the cerebral peduncles – play an important role in memory formation.
28.11.2025
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- Percipience
- Hearing
Ringing in the ears
Tinnitus: The annoying whistling and buzzing does not originate in the ear, but in the brain.
28.10.2025
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- Emotions
Reason vs. emotion?
Humans are not machines: emotions control their behavior more often than they realize.
11.09.2025
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- Grundlagen
- Anatomy
The Basal Ganglia
Whenever we perform a deliberate movement, core areas deep within the brain are involved.
23.08.2011
