Neural substrates

Neural substrates are the specific parts of the brain and nervous system involved in a particular function or behavior. Think of them as the biological foundations that support how we think, feel, move, and perceive the world. Just as a house's foundation supports its structure, neural substrates provide the necessary neural connections and structures that enable different mental and bodily functions. Different tasks, like memory or language, rely on distinct areas within the brain. Understanding these substrates helps scientists learn how our brain's physical organization relates to how we experience and interact with the world.