2-Minute Neuroscience: Basal Ganglia

In my 2-Minute Neuroscience videos I explain neuroscience topics in 2 minutes or less. In this video I discuss the group of structures known as the basal ganglia, which includes the caudate, putamen, globus pallidus, substantia nigra, and subthalamic nucleus. I describe the role of the basal ganglia in facilitating movement, and I briefly discuss the direct and indirect pathways, two circuits in within the basal ganglia that are thought to promote and inhibit movement, respectively. TRANSCRIPT: Welcome to 2 minute neuroscience, where I simplistically explain neuroscience topics in 2 minutes or less. In this installment I will discuss the basal ganglia.