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Learn the basic neuroanatomy, neurovasculature, and functional roles of specific brain regions. This module covers the principle regions, layers, lobes, and terms of the brain, with diagrams and examples.
Learn about the general anatomy of the human brain, including the cerebrum, diencephalon, brain stem, and cerebellum. See diagrams, definitions, and functions of major regions and landmarks of the brain.
A free online booklet that introduces the basics of neuroscience for young students. It covers topics such as neurons, chemical messengers, drugs, vision, movement, learning, memory, stress, sleep, brain imaging, neural networks, neuroethics and more.
Anatomy of the Brain Overview The human brain is an amazing three-pound organ that controls all functions of the body, interprets information from the outside world, and embodies the essence of the mind and soul. Intelligence, creativity, emotion, and memory are a few of the many things governed by the brain.
The initial sequence of brain configuration is largely programmed by one’s genetic makeup when in the womb. Soon after conception, the brain begins as a primordial tube-like structure that develops rather quickly into three distinct parts: hindbrain, midbrain, and forebrain. Also referred to as the brain stem region, the hindbrain
Learn the basic structure and function of neurons, the building blocks of the nervous system. Find out how neurons communicate with each other via electrochemical signals and synapses, and how myelin affects conduction speed.
Four main brain functions are also dis-cussed, including mobility, communication, biologic maintenance, and survival. Authored by Pierre Rabischong, this section includes fascinating discussions of the inte-grated nervous system, providing a conceptual global framework of brain function.
