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    Habenulae

    The habenulae – literally translated as "the reins" – are part of the epithalamus (which is part of the diencephalon) and are primarily involved in the modulation of monoamine neurotransmitters (dopamine, serotonin).

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    The Epithalamus

    Probably not the seat of the soul after all: the pineal gland in the epithalamus.

    09.10.2025

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    Epithalamus

    A part of the diencephalon (midbrain) located behind the thalamus (the largest part of the midbrain). It includes the habenulae and the epiphysis, among other structures.

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    15.03.2017

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    The Diencephalon

    The diencephalon has four levels and performs a variety of tasks.

    28.11.2025

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