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    The Amygdala

    Without the amygdala, humans lose their sense of fear. With the amygdala, they also recognize the fear of others.

    22.12.2023

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    15.03.2017

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    Central nucleus

    The nucleus centralis belongs to the centromedial nucleus group of the amygdala. It has connections to the hypothalamus and nuclei of the brain stem and is involved in autonomous emotional responses such as fear reactions.

  • Spezialisierte „Durst“- und „Hunger“-Nervenzellen in der Amygdala beeinflussen über verschiedene Schaltkreise das Verlangen nach Essen oder Trinken.
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    Thirst and hunger neurons

    New research shines light on how the brain interprets nutritional and hydration needs and turns them into action

    31.03.2025

    Spezialisierte „Durst“- und „Hunger“-Nervenzellen in der Amygdala beeinflussen über verschiedene Schaltkreise das Verlangen nach Essen oder Trinken.
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