Hypothalamus and the thymus

HYPOTHALAMUS

• located just above the pituitary gland and the size of an almond

• main function- control pituitary gland and hormonal and neural stimulation

• which allows for functions like

  • control brain stem and spinal cord

  • center of emotional response

  • body temperature regulation

  • regulation of food intake

  • controls thirst

  • regulates sleep and wake cycles

THYMUS

• located near the sternum

• produces thymopoietin, thymic factor, and thyroxin, which is involved in the development of the immune system.