Dorsicommissure

/ˌdɔːrsɪˈkɒmɪʃər/ noun

Definition

A commissure (nerve connection) located on the dorsal or back side of a nerve cord or brain structure, connecting left and right neural pathways.

Etymology

From 'dorsi-' (back) combined with 'commissure' from Latin 'commissura' (joining/seam). Describes neural connections positioned on the dorsal surface.

Kelly Says

In worm brains, dorsicommissures are like bridges connecting the left and right sides of the nervous system—scientists study these simple systems to understand how complex brains might process information!

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