ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY A  B  C  D  E  F  G  H  I  J  K  L  M  N  O  P  Q  R  S  T  U  V  W  X  Y  Z           HOME ABOUT CATEGORIES SITE MAP COPYRIGHT ADVERTISE CONTACT entire Web this site pons One of the structures located in the lower brainstem just above the spinal cord. It consists of a thick bundle of nerve fibers that links the medulla oblongata to the midbrain. The pons serves as a major pathway for motor and sensory information between the body and higher level brain functioning. Related category    • ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY Also on this site: Encyclopedia of Alternative Energy & Sustainable Living Encyclopedia of History Transport Concepts & Designs (partner site) BACK TO TOP