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Cerebral Hemispheres

The cerebral hemispheres are the two large, paired structures that form the major portion of the brain, separated by the longitudinal fissure and connected by commissural fibers. Research published in the International Journal of Human Anatomy has examined structural aspects of these hemispheres, particularly focusi…

Curated from this journal's research 📚 2 peer-reviewed articles cited Cited 13× across the literature 🔖 ISSN 2577-2279 🗓 Reviewed July 2026

Overview

The cerebral hemispheres are the two large, paired structures that form the major portion of the brain, separated by the longitudinal fissure and connected by commissural fibers. Research published in the International Journal of Human Anatomy has examined structural aspects of these hemispheres, particularly focusing on the intricate white matter pathways that connect different brain regions. One study investigated the microanatomy of thalamic radiations, which are critical fiber bundles that relay sensory and motor information between the thalamus and the cerebral cortex, contributing to our understanding of hemispheric connectivity and information processing. The journal has also explored broader neurological topics related to cerebral function, including psychological aspects of brain-related concepts in medical education and clinical contexts. Understanding the anatomy of the cerebral hemispheres remains essential for multiple disciplines, as these structures govern higher cognitive functions, sensory processing, motor control, and numerous other vital processes. Detailed knowledge of hemispheric microanatomy, including the precise organization of white matter tracts, supports clinical applications in neurosurgery, neurology, and neuroradiology, where accurate anatomical understanding is crucial for diagnosis and treatment planning.

Research published in this journal

2 peer-reviewed articles, ranked by relevance. Each links to its DOI.

2017

Microanatomy of Thalamic Radiations

N’dri Oka DominiqueCorresponding author
Neurosurgery Unit, Yopougon Teaching Hospital, Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire
Exact topic International Journal of Human Anatomy Cited by 11 doi:10.14302/issn.2577-2279.ijha-17-1719

How this research is being cited

The 2 articles above have been cited 13 times in the scholarly literature. Citation data via OpenAlex and Crossref, updated Jun 2026.

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Editorial oversight

Curated from peer-reviewed research published in International Journal of Human Anatomy (ISSN 2577-2279).

Journal editorial board
Randy Kulesza · United States Bing Guoying · United States Shuji Kitahara · Japan

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