brain in action

Neuron

Mechanism by which neurons respond to stimuli

Junction between two neurons for signal transmission

<p>Concept that action control is organized in a hierarchical manner in the brain</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Describes cognitive processes in action control using goal/intention, planner motor command, efference copy, forward model, and sensory feedback</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Actions are controlled at different levels of the nervous system, with higher levels for complex planning and lower levels for execution</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Investigate how groups of neurons collectively represent information.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They challenge the traditional focus on single-neuron studies.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They provide a basis for developing computational models of brain function.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Coordinated activity among groups of neurons in M1.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Essential for producing complex and fluid motor actions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They are essential for coordinating multiple muscles for fluid movements.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It is the part of the frontal lobe where M1 is located.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It is the process of how neurons represent various aspects of the environment or movement.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It is the major pathway connecting the brain to the spinal cord for motor control.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It is the ability to achieve the same outcome through different motor pathways.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Plasticity refers to the brain's ability to change and adapt, especially in response to learning or experience.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Synergy refers to the coordinated action of muscles producing movement.</p> Signup and view all the answers