Brodmann area 32

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Brodmann area 32

Brodmann area 32 (pronunciation: /ˈbrɔːdmən ˈɛəriə 32/), also known as the dorsal anterior cingulate cortex or dACC, is a part of the brain named after the German neurologist Korbinian Brodmann, who first defined this region in 1909.

Etymology

The term "Brodmann area 32" is derived from the name of its discoverer, Korbinian Brodmann. Brodmann used a method of mapping the brain's cortical areas based on their cytoarchitectonic characteristics - the organization and structure of the brain cells. The number "32" was assigned to this area in his map of the brain.

Function

Brodmann area 32 is involved in various cognitive functions, including decision-making, error detection, and conflict monitoring. It is also associated with emotional regulation and plays a significant role in the brain's reward system.

Related Terms

  • Anterior cingulate cortex: The part of the brain where Brodmann area 32 is located. It is involved in various functions such as emotion formation and processing, learning, and memory.
  • Cytoarchitecture: The arrangement of cells in a particular tissue type. In the context of Brodmann areas, it refers to the organization of neurons in the brain cortex.
  • Korbinian Brodmann: A German neurologist who is known for his definition of the cerebral cortex into 52 distinct regions from their cytoarchitectonic characteristics.

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