Written by the Fiveable Content Team โข Last updated September 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 examโขWritten by the Fiveable Content Team โข Last updated September 2025
Definition
The term "subject's brain" refers to the organ in the central nervous system responsible for processing information, controlling bodily functions, and storing memories.
Related terms
Functional Magnetic Resonance Imaging (fMRI): This technique measures changes in blood flow within the subject's brain to identify active regions during specific tasks.
Positron Emission Tomography (PET) Scan: PET scans track radioactive tracers injected into the subject's bloodstream to visualize brain activity.