The Brain

Tutorials and quizzes on the anatomy and physiology of the brain, using interactive animations and diagrams.

Sagittal and coronal planes of the cerebrum showing the brain parts (Cerebrum, Diencephalon, Cerebellum and Brainstem)
Organization of the Cerebrum

An introduction to the Cerebrum anatomy explained beautifully in an illustrated and interactive way.
An image showing lateral view of the right hemisphere and medial view of the left hemisphere, the Primary Somatosenory Cortex is highlighted
Primary Somatosenory Cortex

The primary somatosensory cortex (SI) is located just posterior to the central sulcus in the postcentral gyrus of the parietal lobe.
An image showing the Posterior parietal cortex, Supplementary motor area, Primary motor cortex, Premotor cortex, lateral view of the right hemisphere and medial view of the left hemisphere
Other Motor Cortex Areas

The primary motor cortex receives input from other motor cortex areas which is needed to bring about coordinated, well-planned and purposeful movements.
An image showing the Brain Ventricles in Midsagittal view
Ventricles of the Brain | Ventricular System

Ventricles of the Brain; explained beautifully in an illustrated and interactive way.
Cross-section of the meninges showing Skin, Bone, Cerebral cortex, Cerebral medulla layers
Meninges of the Brain | An illustrated review

Meninges of the Brain (Dura, Arachnoid, and Pia); explained beautifully in an illustrated and interactive way.
An image showing the lobes of the cerebrum colored, lateral view of the right hemisphere and medial view of the left hemisphere
Cerebral Cortex – Lobes, Fissures, Gyri, and Sulci

Lobes, Fissures, Gyri, and Sulci of the Cerebral Cortex; explained beautifully in an illustrated and interactive way.
An image showing the lateral and sagittal view of the brain
Overview of Major Brain Structures and Functions

The brain is divided into the cerebrum, diencephalon, cerebellum, and brainstem. Structures and Functions are explained beautifully in an interactive way.
An image showing the lateral and sagittal view of the brain
Other Somatosenory Cortex Areas

Other Somatosenory Cortex Areas; explained beautifully in an illustrated and interactive way.
Primary Motor Cortex - Featured
Primary Motor Cortex

The primary motor cortex occupies a large portion of the precentral gyrus and executes movements that are selected and planned by other areas of the brain.
An image showing the Dorsal stream of the Visual Areas (Primary visual cortex, Secondary visual cortex, inferotemporal area, and Posterior partial area) highlighted, lateral and sagittal view of the brain
Visual Cortex Areas

Visual Cortex Areas; explained beautifully in an illustrated and interactive way.
Prespectives - Featured
Directions, Reference Planes, & Views of the Brain

Directions, Reference Planes, & Views of the Brain; explained beautifully in an illustrated and interactive way.