Columnar Constructs
A cortical column brain construct refers to a model in neuroscience to understand the organization and function of the cerebral cortex, the outermost layer of the brain responsible for many higher cognitive functions. This construct is based on the idea that the cortex is organized into vertical columns or mini-columns of neurons that share functional properties and work together to process information to make sense of the world around us.
The model suggests that neurons within a given column have similar response properties, such as sensitivity to specific stimuli or involvement in specific cognitive tasks. These columns are thought to be fundamental units of information processing in the cortex. The model attempts to explain how these columns interact and communicate to produce complex cognitive processes. They are particularly relevant for understanding sensory perception, motor control, and information processing in the cortex.