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The problem of functional localization in the human brain
Authors:
BRETT, M., JOHNSRUDE, I.S & OWEN, A.M.
Reference:
Nature Reviews Neuroscience, 3 (3), 243-249
Year of publication:
2002
CBU number:
5081
Abstract:
Functional imaging gives us increasingly detailed information about the location of brain activity. To use this information, we need a clear conception of the meaning of location data. Here, we review methods for reporting location in functional imaging and disucss the problems that arise from the great variability in brain anatomy between individuals. These problems cause uncertainty in localization, which limits the effective resolution of functional imaging, especially for brain areas ivolved in higher cognitive function.
