optic radiations

nerve fibers that project from the lateral geniculate nucleus to the visual cortex in the occipital lobe and to the pretectum, a structure in the midbrain important for the reflexive contraction of the pupils in the presence of light. As the optic radiations sweep around the lateral ventricles, they are called Meyer’s loop.

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February 21st 2025

simultaneous regression

a type of regression analysis in which all predictors or independent variables are entered into the equation at the same time. Each independent variable’s coefficient or weight is interpreted in the context of all of the other independent variables in the model at that time, some of which may be correlated. Also called simultaneous multiple regression. Compare hierarchical regression; stepwise regression.