diencephalic
/ˌdaɪənsəˈfælɪk/
adjective
- Relating to the diencephalon, a part of the brain that includes the thalamus and hypothalamus.
- The doctor studied the diencephalic pathways involved in vision.
- The diencephalic region of the brain helps control sleep and body temperature.
- Damage to diencephalic structures can affect memory and emotions.