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Central Pattern Generators

  1. Scott L Hooper

Published Online: 19 APR 2001

DOI: 10.1038/npg.els.0000032

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Hooper, S. L. 2001. Central Pattern Generators. eLS. .

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  1. Ohio University, Athens, Ohio, USA

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  1. Published Online: 19 APR 2001
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Abstract

Central pattern generators (CPGs) are neural networks that can produce rhythmic patterned outputs without rhythmic sensory or central input. CPGs underlie the production of most rhythmic motor patterns and have been extensively studied as models of neural network function.

Keywords:

  • motor pattern;
  • rhythmic movement;
  • neural network;
  • network oscillator;
  • endogenous neuronal oscillator
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