Summary
This paper discusses the pregeniculate nucleus (PGN) of the primate's thalamus, its role in the integration of photic and non-photic information, and its response to non-photic stimuli.
Categories
Cognitive function and memory: The paper discusses the role of the pregeniculate nucleus (PGN) in the primate's thalamus, which is involved in the integration of photic and non-photic information, contributing to cognitive function and memory.
Hormone regulation: The paper discusses the role of the pregeniculate nucleus (PGN) in hormone regulation, as it is involved in the transmission of information to the main circadian oscillator in mammals, the suprachiasmatic nucleus (SCN) of the hypothalamus.
Author(s)
RRM Lima
Publication Year
2014
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