Scientists Release Detailed Map of Basal Ganglia, Brain Region Linked to Multiple Disorders
Source Summary
A major scientific collaboration has produced the most detailed map to date of the basal ganglia, a brain region implicated in psychiatric and neurologic disorders. The mapping effort represents a significant advance in understanding the structure and organization of this key neural region.
Why it matters
Detailed mapping of the basal ganglia provides researchers with a foundational tool for understanding the neural mechanisms underlying psychiatric and neurologic diseases.
