Genes / Proteins | Definitions | Models | Developmental Models | General Concepts | Contribute/Corrections | Links | Protocols | Home   A   B   C   D   E   F   G   H   I   J   K   L   M   N   O   P   Q   R   S   T   U   V   W   X   Y   Z basal ganglia   Definition: Search for:     Glossary - word Glossary - def Textbooks Protocols Images Tools Forum PubMed Links Press Releases   Biology Glossary search by EverythingBio.com           A group of nerve cells located at the base of the brain. It is composed of the putamen, caudate, globus pallidus, and substantia nigra. These nerve cells participate in the regulation of motor performance. (Singular form: basal ganglion.)         A   B   C   D   E   F   G   H   I   J   K   L   M   N   O   P   Q   R   S   T   U   V   W   X   Y   Z    Genes / Proteins  |  Definitions  |  Models  |  Developmental Models  |  General Concepts  |  Contribute/Corrections  |  Links  |  Protocols  |  Home Website created and maintained by: Mark Lefers and the Holmgren Lab last updated: July 26, 2004