Pneumotaxic center

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-009056",
  "term": "Pneumotaxic center",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A neural network located in the upper part of the pons within the brainstem that regulates respiratory rhythm. It functions primarily by limiting the duration of inspiration, thereby controlling the tidal volume and respiratory rate. This center fine-tunes the transition between inhalation and exhalation, working antagonistically with the apneustic center to produce smooth, regular breathing patterns.",
  "synonyms": [
    "pontine respiratory group"
  ],
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "see_also": [
    "neural network",
    "brainstem"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2015, 87, 841. 'IUPAC Glossary of terms used in neurotoxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2015)' on page 897 (https://doi.org/10.1515/pac-2015-0103)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/pneumotaxic-center/"
}