medial prefrontal cortex

mPFC

The medial prefrontal cortex (mPFC) is a subdivision of the prefrontal cortex composed of BA12, BA25, and anterior cingulate cortex: BA32, BA33, BA24. Within this region is the dorsal nexus, which interconnects multiple brain networks and plays a role in maintenance and manipulation of information (working memory), as well as supporting the control of cognitive functions such as emotion processing and regulation, memory, decision making, and conflict resolution.

Type Organ
Parent Structure regional part of brain
Latin Name mPFC

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the medial prefrontal cortex?
The medial prefrontal cortex (mPFC) is a subdivision of the prefrontal cortex composed of BA12, BA25, and anterior cingulate cortex: BA32, BA33, BA24. Within this region is the dorsal nexus, which interconnects multiple brain networks and plays a role in maintenance and manipulation of information (
What is the Latin name for the medial prefrontal cortex?
The Latin name for the medial prefrontal cortex is mPFC.

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Data sources: Terminologia Anatomica, Foundational Model of Anatomy, Wikidata.