Cortical Region (Noun)
Meaning
Any of various regions of the cerebral cortex.
Classification
Nouns denoting body parts.
Examples
- The different cortical regions are highly specialized and perform unique functions in processing sensory information.
- Functional magnetic resonance imaging was used to map the activation of several cortical regions during the visual perception task.
- Studies have shown that certain cortical regions in the front of the brain are frequently damaged in individuals with traumatic brain injuries.
- Scientists found that the more matured cortical regions in the human brain have more pronounced structural differences from those of our primate cousins.
- Three main types of sensory inputs are detected in various cortical regions that respond to information from hearing, touch, or vision.