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mammalian motor system

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Mammalian motor system is a fundamental area of research within neuroscience and physiology dedicated to understanding the biological structures, functions, and mechanisms that enable the generation, control, and coordination of movement in mammalian species. This field investigates the complex interplay of neural circuits spanning cortical, subcortical, brainstem, and spinal cord regions, as well as peripheral neuromuscular components, examining processes from motor planning and execution to sensory feedback integration and motor learning. Key characteristics studied include its hierarchical organization, distributed control, and remarkable plasticity; its significance lies in providing essential insights into behavior, motor skill development, and the etiology and treatment of motor disorders and neurological conditions.

Top Authors

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MB

University of Cambridge

GO

University of Victoria

SG

Karolinska Institutet

PR

University of the Witwatersrand

MM

Université de Bordeaux

Top Institutions

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Karolinska Institutet

Stockholm, Sweden

University of Cambridge

Cambridge, United Kingdom

Harvard University

Cambridge, United States

University of California, Los Angeles

Los Angeles, United States

Washington University in St. Louis

St Louis, United States