Evolution of cortical neurogenesis.

The neurons of the mammalian neocortex are organised into six layers. By contrast, the reptilian and avian dorsal cortices only have three layers which are thought to be equivalent to layers I, V and VI of mammals. Increased repertoire of mammalian higher cognitive functions is likely a result of an...

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Main Authors: Abdel-Mannan, O, Cheung, A, Molnár, Z
Format: Journal article
Language:English
Published: 2008