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Tissue
Hippocampus
Brain — Hippocampus — Hippocampus
Nervous system
Tissue Overview
The hippocampus is a curved, seahorse-shaped structure located within the medial temporal lobe. It is the core component of the brain's limbic system and is indispensable for memory formation. Specifically, it consolidates short-term memories into long-term storage and is crucial for spatial memory and navigation. Its vulnerability makes it a primary focus in studies of Alzheimer's disease and amnesia.
Tissue UMAP Atlas & Gene Explorer
UMAP Atlas Not Available
The UMAP atlas data for Hippocampus is not yet available.
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