The cerebral cortex is your brain’s outermost layer. It has a wrinkled appearance due to the grooves and folds that increase its surface area. Here, we look at the anatomy of the cerebral cortex and ...

Located at the front of the brain, your frontal lobe is responsible for high-cognitive functions like self-control, memory, and emotional expression. It’s essential for personality and communication ...

Differences in brain shape between a present-day human (left, in blue) and a Neanderthal from La Chapelle-aux-Saints (right, in red). Source: Max Planck Institute for Evolutionary Anthropology/Simon ...

Many believe our particularly large brain is what makes us human – but is there more to it? The brain’s shape, as well as the shapes of its component parts (lobes) may also be important. Results of a ...

The cerebellum, one of three main parts that make up your brain, is responsible for coordinating movement and balance. Also known as the “little brain,” it plays a vital role in language and attention ...

The middle cerebral artery (MCA) is the largest of the three major arteries that channels fresh blood to the brain. It branches off the internal carotid artery. It supplies blood to lateral (side) ...

Frontotemporal dementia causes striking shifts in behavior, emotion, and communication—making loved ones seem like different ...

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Dementia describes many conditions that cause physical changes in the brain, leading people to lose some mental abilities. Cortical dementia refers to dementias that damage the cerebral cortex. The ...