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localization

localization

1 6.6
The idea that certain tasks happen in specific small parts of the brain or body
  • noun
  • /ˌloʊkəlaɪˈzeɪʃən/
  • Specialized
translation icon : localización funcional
  • Many proteins are preferentially secreted by either the apical or basolateral surface, and their incorrect localization or function may lead to retinal degeneration.
  • preoperative localization
  • localization study
  • anatomic localization

Examples

  • The cellular localization of p21 also plays a role in cell survival.

    Academic text (2017)
  • Neuroanatomic localization studies have established the prefrontal cortex as the critical brain site for executive function.

    Academic text (2014)
  • Variants are described on the basis of localization of the disease process and presenting symptoms.

    Academic text (2004)
  • Auditory localization of sounds does reach the cortex as well.

  • The results of preoperative localization studies were compared with pathologic findings when possible.

    Academic text (2001)
  • Much of the work being done today in cognitive and affective neuroscience has as its end such localization.

    Academic text (2008)
  • Neuroanatomic localization studies have established the prefrontal cortex as the critical brain site for executive function.

  • The cellular localization of p21 also plays a role in cell survival.

  • Auditory localization of sounds does reach the cortex as well.

Synonyms

localization principle
vslocalization
  • Specialized
8.1

The idea that different brain parts do different jobs, like language or movement

is presented as a general principle covering limited regions in brain and body
localization of function
vslocalization
  • Specialized
6.6

Certain parts of the brain or body do specific jobs

focuses more on limited regions rather than whole organs or broad areas

Antonyms

43 5.3

A statement that applies to many people or situations

Compounds

8.1

The idea that different brain parts do different jobs, like language or movement

6.6

Certain parts of the brain or body do specific jobs

How Wide

generalization
  • Specialized
1 6.3
diffusion
5 5.8
irradiation
  • Specialized
1 8.8
localization
  • Specialized
1 6.6

Surface Forms

localization singular
localisations plural
localization plural
localisation singular

Morphology

localization = localize (semi-transparent) = local + ize + ation

The morphological formation is clear, but the technical neuroscientific meaning (assigning functions to limited brain regions) is specialized and may not be inferable by an average learner.

Etymology

The word localization comes from the Latin locus meaning 'place', and it carries the idea of putting a function in a particular spot, like a room in a house that has one job. That's why in brain science localization means certain abilities are tied to specific areas.