The Prefrontal Cortex: A Comprehensive Guide to the Brain’s Executive Center

Written by renowned neuroscientist Joaquin Fuster, The Prefrontal Cortex, Fifth Edition is a thoroughly updated and comprehensive work that has historically served as the classic reference on this part of the brain.

This esteemed book provides a unifying, interdisciplinary perspective on the prefrontal cortex, making it a standout among other volumes on the frontal lobes. As the discoverer of “memory cells,” the physiological substrate of working memory, Fuster brings a depth of expertise to this fifth edition.

A Comprehensive Update on the Prefrontal Cortex

This latest edition constitutes a comprehensive update, incorporating all major advances made in the physiology and cognitive neuroscience of the region since 2008. Each chapter has been fully revised, providing an overview of prefrontal functions that interprets experimental data within the theoretical framework of the new paradigm of cortical structure and dynamics (the Cognit Paradigm).

This edition addresses the accompanying social, economic, and cultural implications of the prefrontal cortex, making it a valuable resource for researchers, students, and professionals in the field.

A Distinctly Interdisciplinary Approach

The Prefrontal Cortex, Fifth Edition offers a distinctly interdisciplinary view of the prefrontal cortex, covering all major methodologies, from comparative anatomy to modern imaging. This unique analysis and synthesis of a large body of basic and clinical data on the subject – with over 2000 references – makes it an invaluable resource for those seeking a comprehensive understanding of this complex region.

Key Features and Insights

• Synthesizes evidence that the prefrontal cortex constitutes a complex pre-adaptive system
• Incorporates emerging study of the role of the frontal lobes in social, economic, and cultural adaptation
• Written by an award-winning author with expertise in the field of neuroscience
• Provides a comprehensive and interdisciplinary perspective on the prefrontal cortex

With its comprehensive coverage and interdisciplinary approach, The Prefrontal Cortex, Fifth Edition is an essential resource for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the brain’s executive center.

Publication Details: ISBN-13: 9780124078154, Publisher: Elsevier Science, Publication Date: August 17, 2015, Edition Number: 5, Pages: 460