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A Labyrinth for Balance
A sophisticated labyrinth in the ear keeps our body balanced: the vestibular system.
17.10.2025
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- Basics
- Anatomy
The Frontal Lobe
Motor skills and executive functions – the frontal lobe is the largest brain structure.
28.10.2024
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- Basics
- The Developing Brain
Development of a Brain
There is no process on Earth more complex than brain development
10.02.2026
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- Milestones
Rita Levi-Montalcini: How Nerves grow
Despite being banned from her profession and persecuted, Rita Levi-Montalcini enjoyed a brilliant career in research.
28.09.2012
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- Basics
- Anatomy
The Diencephalon
The diencephalon has four levels and performs a variety of tasks.
28.11.2025
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- Basics
- Anatomy
The Hippocampus
The hippocampus is crucial for the formation of new memory content.
23.08.2011
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- Basics
- Structure and Function
Structure and Function – Neurons
Different tasks require different cell types, some of which differ greatly in their biophysical properties and are highly specialized.
27.09.2021
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- Glossary
Blind spot
A blind spot in visual perception caused by the anatomy of the eye: since the optic nerve leaves the eye at the optic disc, there are no photoreceptors there – and no perception can occur. This blind spot is not consciously perceived.
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- Glossary
Electrooculogram
The electrooculogram is a recording of the electrical potential of the eyes. It is measured by electrodes placed on the skin around the eye. A method for measuring retinal function and, indirectly, eye movement.
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- Glossary
Vitreous body
The vitreous body consists of a gel-like substance inside the eye that supports the shape of the eye.
