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- Glossary
Sensory neuron
A sensory neuron is a specialized nerve cell that perceives stimuli – for example, chemical (sweet), visual (bright), or acoustic (loud) – and transmits the information to the central nervous system.
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- Glossary
Temporo-parietal junction
The transition between the temporal and parietal lobes – i.e., the temporal and parietal lobes – of the cerebral cortex. Here, in the posterior region of the Sylvian fissure, information from the limbic system, the thalamus, and the visual, auditory, and somatosensory cortex is integrated. Accordingly, the temporo-parietal junction forms an anatomical and functional hub of the brain that helps us develop complex abilities, including the ability to recognize biological movement or the ability to empathize with other people.
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- News from the Institutes
Controlling prostheses with the power of thought
How research into movement planning in the brain is helping to advance the development of neuroprostheses
20.10.2025
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- Basics
- 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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- Diseases
- Multiple sclerosis
MS under the microscope
MS: Damage to the axon causes a wide variety of symptoms
15.08.2025
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- News from the Institutes
Insight into schizophrenia disease mechanisms found in the eye
Impaired neuronal connectivity in the retina
17.02.2025
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- Percieve
- Hearing
Hearing – more than just Sound and Vibration
The brain creates a colorful world of sounds from minimal acoustic input.
17.10.2025
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- News from the Institutes
Early Life Stress Can Build Resilience in Females
Groundbreaking results offering new insights into psychiatric disorders
23.04.2025
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- Discover
- Milestones
Leonardo da Vinci: Artist and Scientist
Da Vinci was convinced that science needs painting and painting needs science.
19.05.2016
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- Basics
- The Developing Brain
Where on Earth did She get that from?
Nature or nurture – which has a greater influence on our children?
18.03.2026
