The Human Brain is a single-authored core introductory neuroscience text that describes the structure and function of the brain and nervous system. Includes more coverage of neurobiology and neurophysiology. Gives more clinical content, including many images depicting neurologic disorders. Features an expanded sections on higher cortical function and learning and memory. Contains a new chapter on the development, maintenance, and repair of neural connections-an explosive area of research in neuroscience. Supplies a glossary of key terms. Replaces many of the older figures with new, computer-generated illustrations.