Brodmann area 24
Brodmann area 24
Brodmann area 24 (pronunciation: /ˈbrɔːdmən ˈɛəriə twɛnti fɔːr/) is a region in the brain that is part of the anterior cingulate cortex. It is named after the German neurologist Korbinian Brodmann, who first defined the area in 1909.
Etymology
The term "Brodmann area 24" is derived from the name of its discoverer, Korbinian Brodmann, and the numerical designation assigned to it in his classification system. The term "cingulate" comes from the Latin word "cingulum", meaning "girdle", which refers to the structure's curved shape.
Function
Brodmann area 24 is involved in various cognitive and emotional functions. It plays a role in emotion formation and processing, learning, and memory. It is also associated with error detection, conflict monitoring, and reward-based decision making.
Related Terms
- Anterior cingulate cortex: The part of the brain where Brodmann area 24 is located.
- Cingulate gyrus: A fold in the brain involved in processing emotions and behavior.
- Korbinian Brodmann: The neurologist who first defined Brodmann area 24.
- Neuroanatomy: The study of the structure and organization of the nervous system.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Brodmann area 24
- Wikipedia's article - Brodmann area 24
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