Insula

**Semantic type:** Body Part, Organ, or Organ Component

**Definition:** An invaginated portion of the cerebral cortex forming the base of the sylvian fissure. It is part of the lateral side of the cortex and its function includes the processing of emotions, memory, and higher autonomic control.

**Synonyms:** - Insular Cortex - Insular Region of the Brain - Island of Reil - Lobus Insularis