Monkey brain map reveals blood vessels are densest in energy-intensive regions, such as the visual cortex

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In the brain, not all blood flow is created equal. RIKEN researchers have developed a detailed cortical layer map of the blood vessels that weave through the brain of macaque monkeys. It reveals how blood supply is finely tuned to fuel critical functions such as perception and cognition.

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