Brodmann area 26
Brodmann area 26
Brodmann area 26 (pronunciation: /ˈbrɔːdmən ˈɛəriə ˈtwɛntiː ˈsɪks/), also known as the ectosplenial area, is a part of the brain in the Brodmann area classification system.
Etymology
The term "Brodmann area 26" is named after the German neurologist Korbinian Brodmann, who first defined this area in 1909. The term "ectosplenial" is derived from the Greek words "ektos" (meaning outside) and "splenion" (meaning bandage), referring to its location in the brain.
Description
Brodmann area 26 is located in the cerebral cortex, specifically in the cingulate cortex. It is part of the limbic system, which is involved in emotion processing, learning, and memory. This area is also associated with the default mode network, a network of brain regions that are active when the individual is not focused on the outside world.
Related Terms
- Brodmann area: A region of the cerebral cortex defined by its cytoarchitecture.
- Cingulate cortex: A part of the brain situated in the medial aspect of the cerebral cortex.
- Limbic system: A complex system of nerves and networks in the brain, involving several areas near the edge of the cortex concerned with instinct and mood.
- Default mode network: A network of interacting brain regions known to have activity highly correlated with each other and distinct from other networks in the brain.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Brodmann area 26
- Wikipedia's article - Brodmann area 26
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