Functional dualism in the nervous system

According to the results of studies in which micro-electrodes in retinal ganglion were used, dual pathways that remain discrete as far as the visual cortex were found. This dualism in the nervous system and research implications are discussed.

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Published in:The Lancet (British edition) 1994-09, Vol.344 (8923), p.670-671
Main Author: Colover, J.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Afferent Pathways - physiology
Animals
Biological and medical sciences
Central nervous system
Central neurotransmission. Neuromudulation. Pathways and receptors
Eyes & eyesight
Fundamental and applied biological sciences. Psychology
Humans
Medical research
Nervous system
Nervous System Physiological Phenomena
Sensation - physiology
Vertebrates: nervous system and sense organs
Vision, Ocular - physiology
Visual Cortex - physiology
Visual Pathways - physiology
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Summary:According to the results of studies in which micro-electrodes in retinal ganglion were used, dual pathways that remain discrete as far as the visual cortex were found. This dualism in the nervous system and research implications are discussed.
ISSN:0140-6736
1474-547X
DOI:10.1016/S0140-6736(94)92092-3