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Last uploaded: January 16, 2025
Id http://purl.bioontology.org/ontology/MESH/D063226
http://purl.bioontology.org/ontology/MESH/D063226
Preferred Name

Central Pattern Generators

Definitions
Networks of nerve cells that control the firing patterns of MOTOR NEURONS to produce rhythmic movements such as MASTICATION; WALKING; SWIMMING; RESPIRATION; and PERISTALSIS. The nerve cells in a network that controls the firing patterns (timing, phasing, and intensity) of MOTOR NEURONS resulting in a coordinated activation of muscle cells that produces rhythmic movements such as MASTICATION; LOCOMOTION; RESPIRATION; and PERISTALSIS.
Synonyms
Generator, Central Pattern
Neuron, Pacemaker
Central Pattern Generator
Pacemaker Neuron
Pacemaker Neurons
Central Pattern Generator Neurons
Type http://www.w3.org/2002/07/owl#Class
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