Hierarchical, parallel, and serial arrangements of sensory cortical areas: connection patterns and functional aspects.
Recent studies have led to a better understanding of the organization and connections of somatosensory and visual cortex in a number of mammalian species. Lesion studies have provided information on the significance of particular connections. The variable effectiveness of cortical lesions in deactivating target areas suggests that serial processing may be emphasized in higher primates.
Kaas
J H
JH
Department of Psychology, Vanderbilt University, Nashville, Tennessee 37240.
Garraghty
P E
PE
D000818:Animals; D009434:Neural Pathways / Q000502:physiology; D013003:Somatosensory Cortex / Q000502:physiology*; D014795:Visual Pathways / Q000502:physiology