Definition of «hippocampal»

Hippocampal refers to something related to or associated with the hippocampus, which is a small region located in the medial temporal lobe of the brain. The hippocampus plays an important role in memory formation and retrieval, as well as spatial navigation.

Phrases with «hippocampal»

Sentences with «hippocampal»

Eid T, Hammer J, Runden - Pran E, Roberg B, Thomas MJ, Osen K, Davanger S, Laake P, Torgner IA, Lee TS, Kim JH, Spencer DD, Ottersen OP, de Lanerolle NC (2006) Increased expression of phosphate - activated glutaminase in hippocampal neurons in human mesial temporal lobe epilepsy. (cmbn.no)
Researchers put this to the test by observing the activity of hippocampal neurons in one rat (the «self») watching another rat (the «other») go through a simple T - maze. (sciencedaily.com)
«This is the first study to look at how physical activity may impact the loss of hippocampal volume in people at genetic risk for Alzheimer's disease,» says Dr. Kirk Erickson, an associate professor of psychology at the University of Pittsburgh. (sciencedaily.com)
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