Coordination Junction
- Published14 May 2018
- Reviewed14 May 2018
- Author Michael W. Richardson
- Source BrainFacts/SfN
Tom Deerinck and Mark Ellisman, National Center for Microscopy and Imaging Research (NCMIR).
Many of your movements, from performing complex choreography to writing a letter, are coordinated by the cerebellum. This brain region, located at the base of the brain, is dense with neurons that help execute fine motor functions — they manage the small muscle movements and timing necessary for your most intricate tasks. The above image is a high-resolution scan of a mouse cerebellum.
About the Author
Michael W. Richardson is a writer and editor based in Brooklyn, New York, covering topics ranging from the brain and behavior to the environment.
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