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 Hypothalamus   Definition: Search for:     Glossary - word Glossary - def Textbooks Protocols Images Tools Forum PubMed Links Press Releases   Biology Glossary search by EverythingBio.com           An area of the brain that regulates endocrine activity as well as somatic functions e.g.body temperature, sleep, appetite. Hypothalamic neurohormones (e.g.TRH) control various functions of the pituitary gland.         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