Brain Anatomy
This fiber tract connects the left and right hemispheres, allowing them to communicate.
The corpus callosum
This part of the eye controls how much light enters by adjusting the size of the pupil.
The iris.
The "feel-good" neurotransmitter.
Dopamine
In 1905, this psychologist discovered classical conditioning, famously conducting experiments with dogs.
Ivan Pavlov
This condition causes damage to the blood vessels in the brain, leading to a blockage or bleeding.
Stroke
Damage to this structure, located in the posterior brain, can cause issues with balance and coordination.
The cerebellum
The taste receptor best described as savory and detected by receptors for glutamate.
Umami
Phenomenon where brain is able to rewire itself after injury/trauma.
What are the lion statues outside of the artsci building named?
Mick and Mack
This autoimmune disorder involves the body’s immune system attacking the myelin sheath that surrounds nerve fibers, leading to muscle weakness and vision problems.
Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
This structure within the diencephalon is a major autonomic control center, regulating homeostatic functions like hunger, thirst, and temperature control.
The hypothalamus
The 3 bones in the middle ear which help transmit sound vibrations to the inner ear.
The malleus, incus, and stapes.
Up to what speed does the brain send signals? (in mph)
268 mph
The polio vaccine
This disorder involves the accumulation of amyloid plaques and tau tangles in the brain.
Alzheimer's Disease
This structure, composed of tightly packed endothelial cells, helps protect the brain by restricting the passage of harmful substances from the bloodstream.
The blood-brain barrier
The vestibular system, responsible for balance, relies on fluid movement within these structures in the inner ear.
The semicircular canals
What percent of the brain is made out of fat?
60%
This life-saving emergency medical device, which stabilizes a person’s heartbeat through electric shock, was co-developed by UC’s own Dr. Albert Starr.
The portable defribillator
This condition results in involuntary, jerky movements caused by dysfunction of the basal ganglia
Huntington's Disease
What deep brain structure is affected by Parkinson's disease?
The basal ganglia
People with this rare condition cannot recognize faces, even their own, due to damage in the fusiform gyrus.
Prosopagnosia (face blindness)
On how much power does the brain run on approximately? (in watts)
20 watts
UC health used to be called this.
Cincinnati general hospital
This disorder progressively affects the motor neurons and leads to muscle weakness, paralysis, and difficulty breathing.
Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS)