Term Name: inferior olivary nucleus formation
Synonyms: inferior olive biosynthesis, inferior olive formation
Definition: The process that gives rise to the inferior olivary nucleus. This process pertains to the initial formation of a structure from unspecified parts. The inferior olivary nucleus is a capsule-shaped structure in the ventral medulla located just lateral and dorsal to the medullary pyramids. Neurons in the inferior olivary nucleus are the source of climbing fiber input to the cerebellar cortex; these neurons have been implicated in various functions, such as learning and timing of movements.
Ontology: GO: Biological Process [GO:0021715]    QuickGO    AmiGO

Relationships
is part of: inferior olivary nucleus morphogenesis medulla oblongata formation
is a type of: anatomical structure formation involved in morphogenesis