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Homunculus: The brain surface map

This is interesting; we can find a homunculus as a map in our brain. What is the homunculus in the brain? They are “two little humanoids”. This is the story behind this amazing discovery. In 1937, two brilliant scientists, Dr Wilder Penfield and Edwin Boldrey embarked on a journey to…

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Why stroke survivors and stroke caregivers need to know parts of the brain

Updated on February 2, 2023. We began this series with how meninges protect the brain. As a caregiver for a stroke survivor, it is helpful to have an understanding of the different parts of the brain, the brain lobes, and their functions. This knowledge can greatly aid in the rehabilitation…

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