brain research

brain research

investigation of the structure and functions of the brain, including, for example, (a) the administration of psychological and neurological tests after lesions have occurred in various areas; (b) the observation or measurement of the effects of stimulation or ablation of parts of the brain; (c) the use of gross and microscopic anatomical and histopathological techniques; (d) the study of the nature and functions of chemicals involved in neurotransmission; and (e) the use of electroencephalography and brain imaging techniques.