Eventually, they can develop as many as six layers of cerebral cortex — the outer surface of the brain. (newscientist.com)
Neuronal cell types in the brains of birds linked to goal - directed behaviors and cognition are similar to cells in the mammalian neocortex, the large, layered structure on the outer surface of the brain where most higher - order processing takes place. (sciencedaily.com)
This allows it to conform better to the intricately curved surface of the brain and obtain better readings. (sciencedaily.com)