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primary gustatory cortex
primary gustatory cortex The primary gustatory cortex is a pyramidal-shaped area of cortex deep beneath the lateral fissure in primates, within the insular region.
The primary gustatory cortex is a pyramidal-shaped area of cortex deep beneath the lateral fissure in primates, within the insular region. It is the main cortical area for taste and also takes part in sensorimotor, somatosensory, and socioemotional functions.