thalamus
noun
the middle part of the diencephalon through which sensory impulses pass to reach the cerebral cortex.
thalamic
-
a word derived from
thalamus.
Example Sentences
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The team first generated separate cortical and thalamic organoids from human iPS cells.
From Science Daily ● Jan. 7, 2026
These neurons, known as TRPV1 neurons, seem to pass their signal to TAC1 spinal cord neurons, which project to the medial thalamic nucleus, a key sensory relay station at the base of the brain.
From Science Magazine ● Dec. 10, 2018
“We were surprised to see such a strong thalamic involvement.”
From Nature ● Jul. 8, 2014
An electrode that is planted deep in the thalamus may counteract the excessive inhibition of thalamic neurons and thus switch them on again.
From Slate ● Mar. 17, 2014
He headed toward the SRB room, an intense thalamic excitement rising up inside him.
From The Variable Man by Philip K. Dick
