Lateral Geniculate Nucleus (LGN)

A relay center in the thalamus for visual information from the retina to the primary visual cortex.

Key Functions:

• Receives visual input from the retina.
• Processes and relays visual information to the visual cortex.
• Involved in spatial processing and attention to visual stimuli.

Interacting Systems & Components:

• Thalamus (part of)
• Retina (receives input from)
• Occipital Cortex (projects to, specifically primary visual cortex)
• Visual Pathway (key component of)