The thalamus is considered to be the gateway to the cortex.
thalamus
Every part of the brain that communicates with the cerebral cortex must relay its signals through a nucleus of the thalamus.
The thalamus is responsible for relaying sensory information, including alert messages, to the cerebral cortex. It acts as a gateway, directing signals from various sensory systems to different areas of the brain for processing and interpretation.
cerebral cortex
The Cerebral Cortex is part of the brain. It controls the motor functions of the human body. It is what is active when you are physically moving.
The thalamus is the gateway to the cerebral cortex. It acts as a relay station, receiving sensory information from various parts of the body and then transmitting it to the appropriate regions of the cortex for further processing. The thalamus plays a crucial role in regulating consciousness, sleep, and alertness by controlling the flow of information to the cortex. It is often referred to as the "gateway to consciousness" due to its essential role in sensory perception and cognitive functions.
the right cerebral cortex
Cerebral Cortex
third brain is our thinking brain is called the cerebral cortex
The cerebral cortex.
cerebral cortex
thalamus