Role of developmental factors in hypothalamic function

• Main Authors: Jakob eBiran (Author), Maayan eTahor (Author), Einav eWircer (Author), Gil eLevkowitz (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: Frontiers Media S.A., 2015-04-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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The hypothalamus is a brain region which regulates homeostasis by mediating endocrine, autonomic and behavioral functions. It is comprised of several nuclei containing distinct neuronal populations producing neuropeptides and neurotransmitters that regulate fundamental body functions including tempe...