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This tutorial covers the meninges (dura, arachnoid and pia mater) that surround and protect the spinal cord.

Internal structures of the brain seen at the level of the thalamus.

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Overview of the thalamus and surrounding structures.

Learn how to identify the main parts of the brain with labeling worksheets and quizzes.

Anatomy and function of the choroid plexus.

Structures seen on the medial view of the brain. The images show a midsagittal section of the brain.

Meninges and superficial vessels of the brain.

When you catch yourself napping in math class, do you ever ask yourself, "What is sleep? Why do I even need it?" Well, Alie Astrocyte is here to help. We explain what we DO know about sleep and how it affects our lives on a daily basis.

Section of the spinal cord showing the spinal membranes and nerve roots.

Ventricular system of the brain with neighboring structures.

In this video, we discuss the basics of the glymphatic system and review the flow of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) through the brain.

Deep nuclei of the cerebellum

A lateral view of the vertebral column, spinal cord and spinal nerves.

Definition, location and structure of the arachnoid mater.

Anatomy and function of the dura mater.

Anatomy and function of the pia mater.