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Medulla oblongata
Area of the brain that transitions into the spinal cord. The medulla oblongata comprises nerve pathways between the spinal cord and higher brain regions, as well as numerous core areas with functions that are in some cases vital, such as breathing, heartbeat, and certain reflexes.
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- Communication of Cells
View of the Cerebellum
Here you can see a cross-section of the cerebellum.
10.05.2012
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- Question to the brain
Why do we get Headaches?
The brain has no pain receptors. So why do we still get headaches?
14.10.2025
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- The Fly
Miniature Brains
Fly brain, my foot! With just a few cells, Drosophila achieves amazing things.
24.01.2026
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- Glossary
Dermatome
Describes an area of skin that is connected to exactly one spinal nerve (a nerve originating in the spinal cord).
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- Motor Skills
Motor Fine Tuning: the Modulation of Movements
The cerebellum and basal ganglia are responsible for the precise execution of movements.
01.12.2025
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- Diseases
- Multiple sclerosis
Immune System out of Control
Multiple sclerosis causes a fatal chain reaction in the immune system and brain.
08.12.2025
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- Anatomy
The Cerebellar Hemispheres
Enormous interconnection density in a small space ensures coordination of voluntary movements.
20.09.2025
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- Basics
- Anatomy
The Pons
The name is not correct, but it is involved in motor function, taste, and important vegetative functions.
20.09.2025
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- Diseases
- Multiple sclerosis
The Disease with a thousand Faces
Key facts about MS. And first things first: the course of the disease can be significantly influenced.
07.10.2025
