Penfield's map

Penfield's map, created by neurosurgeon Wilder Penfield in the 1930s, illustrates the brain’s motor and sensory areas. It shows how different body parts correspond to specific regions in the brain's cortex. For example, touching the hand area in the map can evoke movement or sensation in the hand. This research helped understand brain functions and led to advances in neurosurgery, rehabilitation, and the treatment of neurological disorders. Essentially, the map highlights the brain's organization and its direct connection to bodily functions, contributing to our understanding of how we interact with the world through touch and movement.