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Retinal projections and neurochemical characterization of the pregeniculate nucleus of the common marmoset (Callithrix jacchus).
Journal of chemical neuroanatomy - 1 May 2012
Lima Ruthnaldo R M, Pinato Luciana, Nascimento Rayane B S, Engelberth Rovena Clara G J, Nascimento Expedito S Junior, Cavalcante Judney C, Britto Luiz R G, Costa Miriam S M O, Cavalcante Jeferson S
Abstract excerpt
In mammals, the suprachiasmatic nucleus (SCN) and the intergeniculate leaflet (IGL) are the main components of the circadian timing system. The SCN is the site of the endogenous biological clock that generates rhythms and synchronizes them to environmental cues. The IGL is a key structure that modulates SCN activity and is responsible for the transmission of non-photic information to the SCN, thus participating...
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