Cerebral Cortex Collection (page 2)

Internal carotid artery, 3D CT scan C016 / 6400
Internal carotid artery. Coloured 3D computed tomography (CT) angiogram (blood vessel scan) of the head showing a normal internal carotid artery (red, in neck) and its intra-cerebral branches

Human brain, MRI scan C016 / 6405
Human brain. Coloured magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan of a top view of a 35 year old patients brain. This highly folded area is the cerebrum, which is responsible for conscious thought

Human head, MRI and 3D CT scans C016 / 6396
Human head. Coloured composite image of a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan of the brain and a 3D computed tomography (CT) scan of the skull of a 35 year old patient

Human head, MRI and 3D CT scans C016 / 6398
Human head. Coloured composite image of a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan of the brain and a 3D computed tomography (CT) scan of the skull of a 35 year old patient

Brain motor cortex pathways, artwork C016 / 6531
Brain motor cortex pathways. Artwork of a lateral (from the side) view of a human brain, showing neural pathways (pink lines) from the motor cortex of the brain to the brainstem and spinal cord

Human head, MRI and 3D CT scans C016 / 6395
Human head. Coloured composite image of a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan of the brain and a 3D computed tomography (CT) scan of the skull of a 35 year old patient

Human head, MRI and 3D CT scans C016 / 6415
Stroke. Coloured composite image of a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan of the brain and 2D and 3D computed tomography (CT)

Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease, MRI scan
Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease. Coloured magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan of an axial section through the brain of a 35-year-old patient

Normal head and neck, MRI and 3D CT scans C016 / 6338
Normal head. Coloured composite image of a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan of the brain and a 3D computed tomography (CT) scan of the head and neck of a 35 year old patient

Normal head and neck, MRI and 3D CT scans C016 / 6336
Normal head. Coloured composite image of a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan of the brain and a 3D computed tomography (CT) scan of the head and neck of a 35 year old patient

Human head, 3D CT scan C016 / 6377
Human head. Coloured 3D computed tomography (CT) scan of a profile view of a 47 year old patients head. The brain is purple and bone is light brown. At centre, behind the face, are the sinuses

Cerebral cortex nerve cells C018 / 0062
Cerebral cortex nerve cells. Light micrograph of a section through neurones (nerve cells, black) in the cerebral cortex of a human brain

Cerebrum, light micrograph C014 / 1399
Cerebrum. Light micrograph of a section through tissue from the cerebrum, showing neurons (nerve cells, purple). The cerebrum is the largest part of the brain

Cerebrum, light micrograph C014 / 1400
Cerebrum. Light micrograph of a section through tissue from the cerebrum, showing neurons (nerve cells, purple). The cerebrum is the largest part of the brain

Brain nerve cells, TEM C014 / 0356
Brain nerve cells. Transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of a section through brain tissue from the cerebral cortex, showing numerous neurons (nerve cells) surrounded by axons and dendrites

Cerebrum, light micrograph C014 / 0636
Cerebrum. Light micrograph of a section through part of the cerebrum of the brain. Seen here are the three main layers. The outer grey matter comprises the molecular layer (light pink)

Cerebral cortex nerve cells C013 / 9767
Cerebral cortex nerve cells. Light micrograph of a section through neurones (nerve cells, black) in the cerebral cortex of a human brain

Brain. Computer artwork of a human brain in a male wire-frame head. The brain is the nerve centre controlling bodily function and thought

Brain. Computer artwork of a human brain (side view). The front of the brain is at left. The brain is the nerve centre that controls bodily functions and thought

Brainwaves. Conceptual computer artwork of a human brain (top view) surrounded by concentric circles representing brainwaves. The front of the brain is at bottom

False-colour SEM of 3 neurones of cerebral cortex
False-colour scanning electron micrograph (SEM) showing three neurones (nerve cells) of the human cerebral cortex - the outer grey matter of the brain

Brain. Abstract computer artwork of a human brain. The front of the brain is at right. The brain is the nerve centre that controls bodily function and thought

Brain. Computer artwork of a human brain as seen from the top. The front of the brain is at top. This is the cerebral cortex

False-col SEM of single neurone of cerebral cortex
False-colour scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a single neurone (nerve cell) of the human cerebral cortex - the outer grey matter of the brain

Brain and senses. Conceptual computer artwork of a human brain (top view) with drawings representing the five senses. The front of the brain is at bottom

Brain. Computer artwork of a human brain (top view). The front of the brain is at right. The brain is the nerve centre that controls bodily functions and thought

Aspects of human brains. Computer artwork of two human brains seen in oblique (three-quarters) view. The brain at bottom (silver) is upside down, with the front of the brain at right

Immunofluorescent LM of rat brain cells and axons
Cortical brain cells and axons. Immunofluorescent Light Micrograph of rat cortical brain cells and axons growing in culture

Cerebral cortex nerve cells

Brain scan. Computer artwork of a human head with a brain scan showing the position of the brain in the head. The scan has sliced vertically through the brain

Human brains, computer artwork
Human brains. Computer artwork of healthy brains. The brain at centre, with the front of the brain at left, shows the highly folded cerebrum, which is responsible for conscious thought

Brain. Computer artwork of a section through a healthy brain. The front of the brain is at left. The highly folded area is the cerebrum, which is responsible for conscious thought

Parkinsons disease

Brain, computer artwork
Brain. Computer artwork of a section through a healthy brain. The front of the brain is at right

Human head anatomy, artwork
Human head anatomy. Computer artwork of the left-side of the head and neck of a human skeleton. The arteries (red lines), veins (blue lines) and nervous system (white lines) are shown

Brain structures, artwork
Brain structures. Computer artwork of a transverse section through a human brain showing a number of its regions. See image: C007/0802 for the labelled diagram

Brain, artwork
Brain. Computer artwork of a side view of a healthy male brain. The front of the brain is at left. The highly folded area is the cerebrum, which is responsible for conscious thought

Frontal lobe in the brain, artwork
Frontal lobe in the brain. Computer artwork of a persons head showing the left hemisphere of the brain inside. The highlighted area shows the left frontal lobe

Frontal lobes in the brain, artwork
Frontal lobes in the brain. Computer artwork of a persons head showing the brain inside. The highlighted area shows the frontal lobes

Female human head with brain
Computer artwork of a female human head with brain

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The cerebral cortex, also known as the outer layer of the brain, is a fascinating and intricate part of our human anatomy. It plays a crucial role in various functions such as perception, cognition, memory, and voluntary movement. One intriguing aspect of the cerebral cortex is its organization according to the motor homunculus model. This model depicts how different body parts are represented on specific areas of the cortex based on their importance and complexity of movements. The motor homunculus provides us with a visual representation of this intricate mapping. In addition to the motor homunculus, there is also a sensory homunculus that illustrates how different body regions are represented in terms of sensation within the cerebral cortex. Studying brain anatomy through models or MRI scans allows us to explore its complex structure further. These images provide valuable insights into understanding how nerve cells within the cerebral cortex interact and communicate with each other. Furthermore, artwork depicting brain motor cortex pathways showcases these neural connections in an artistic manner while highlighting their significance for movement control. When observing lateral views of the human brain or 3D CT scans showcasing normal skull and brain structures, we gain a deeper appreciation for our own unique neurological makeup. It's worth noting that famous psychologist Ivan Pavlov made significant contributions to our understanding of conditioning reflexes by studying animals' brains extensively. His caricature serves as a reminder of his groundbreaking research efforts. Moreover, exploring surface anatomy with labeled diagrams helps us identify key regions within the cerebral cortex responsible for various cognitive processes like language processing or decision-making. Lastly, it's essential to recognize that our autonomic nervous system and limbic system play vital roles alongside the cerebral cortex in regulating bodily functions and emotional responses throughout our entire body.