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Brain synapse, anatomical artwork
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Brain synapse, anatomical artwork
Brain synapse. Anatomical computer artwork of a human brain with an enlargement showing the structure of a synapse (lower right) within one of the striate bodies that make up the striatum. A synapse is the junction between two nerve cells (neurons). As the electrical signal reaches the presynaptic end of a neuron it triggers the release of neurotransmitters (dots, lower centre). These chemicals travel across the gap (synaptic cleft) between the two cells and initiate a nerve impulse in the postsynaptic neuron
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Area Areas Bodies Brain Stem Brainstem Central Nervous System Chemicals Dopamine Forebrain Midbrain Neural Neuron Neurone Neurones Neurons Neuroscience Neurotransmission Neurotransmitter Neurotransmitters Prosencephalon Psychological Psychology Region Regions Substantia Nigra Synapse Synaptic Cleft Biochemical Biochemistry Brain Mesencephalon Nervous System Neurological Neurology Striatum
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This print showcases the intricate beauty of a brain synapse, depicted through an anatomical computer artwork. The image focuses on a human brain with a magnified view of a synapse within one of the striate bodies that compose the striatum. A synapse serves as the crucial junction connecting two nerve cells or neurons. As electrical signals travel towards the presynaptic end of a neuron, they stimulate the release of neurotransmitters, represented by dots in the lower center of the image. These chemical messengers traverse across the synaptic cleft, which is essentially a gap between two cells, initiating nerve impulses in postsynaptic neurons. The illustration emphasizes various aspects related to this fundamental process occurring within our brains. It highlights regions such as biochemistry, neurology, neuroscience, and psychology while representing normal functioning and healthy anatomy. The complexity and precision exhibited by these neural connections are awe-inspiring. This artwork provides us with an opportunity to marvel at how our nervous system operates at microscopic levels to transmit information throughout our body. Displayed against a clean white background, this print offers both scientific insight and artistic appeal. It reminds us of the incredible intricacies hidden within our own heads – an amalgamation of biological wonders that enable us to perceive and interact with our surroundings.
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