Midbrain

The midbrain or mesencephalon is the uppermost portion of the brainstem connecting the diencephalon and cerebrum with the pons.'''''' It consists of the cerebral peduncles, tegmentum, and tectum.

neuroanatomical structure

group of neurons on the floor of the midbrain

structure in the human brain

structure in the mammalian midbrain

nucleus surrounding the cerebral aqueduct

one of two nuclei of the oculomotor nerve

part of the brain

posterior pair of the quadrigeminal bodies which contain centers for auditory function.

structure in the midbrain which mediates responses to ambient light

nucleus in a brain

dopamine-releasing portion of the substantia nigra

part of the midbrain

motor nucleus of cranial nerve IV