Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 exam•Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Definition
Mapping refers to the process of identifying and visualizing specific areas or regions within the brain that are involved in a particular cognitive function or task.
Related terms
fMRI (functional magnetic resonance imaging): This technique measures changes in blood flow to identify active regions of the brain during a memory task.
PET (positron emission tomography): This technique tracks radioactive tracers to detect areas with high metabolic activity during a memory task.
EEG (electroencephalogram): This technique records electrical activity at different scalp locations, providing information about brain wave patterns associated with memory tasks.