insular cortex; insula
Neuroanatomical term for the insular cortex, a region of the cerebral cortex folded deep within the lateral sulcus.
The insular cortex is involved in processing visceral sensations and emotions.
Compound of 島 (tō, 'island') and 皮質 (hishitsu, 'cortex'), referring to the insular cortex's location as an 'island' of cortex.