The Frontal Cortex

An in-depth investigation of the structure, neuronal mechanisms, and computations of the frontal lobe that enable higher-level thought.

Experts from neurobiology, neuroanatomy, evolutionary biology, cognitive neuroscience, computational neuroscience, and clinical science examine how the neuronal structure of the frontal lobes enables unique aspects of higher-level thought. Implications for understanding disrupted function in neurological and psychiatric disorders, as well as societal issues, such as volitional control of behavior and educational practice, are also considered.

Trevor W. Robbins is Professor of Cognitive Neuroscience and Director of Research at the Behavioral and Clinical Neuroscience Institute, University of Cambridge.
Suzanne N. Haber is the Dean’s Professor in the Department of Pharmacology and Physiology, University of Rochester.
Marie Banich is Professor at the Institute of Cognitive Science and the Department of Psychology and Neuroscience, University of Colorado Boulder, and Executive Director of the Intermountain Neuroimaging Consortium.