cerebral hyperplasia

an abnormal increase in the volume of brain tissue, usually due to a proliferation of new, normal cells. Although neurons do not proliferate after the central nervous system has reached maturity, cells of the glia do continue to multiply into adulthood; in some cases neuroglial cell growth is associated with hydrocephalus.

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February 17th 2025

binocular suppression

the ability of stimulation through one eye to inhibit the response or sensitivity to stimulation through the other eye. See binocular rivalry.