The idea that cerebral functions are distributed throughout the brain. Some functions are processed in parallel in different parts of the brain. The opposite of comparmentalization.
Memory is distributed throughout the brain.
Neural science believes that all behavior is a reflection of brain function. In the aggregate field theory the cortex acts as a whole for each of its mental functions and any of its parts is able to perform all of its functions. Sensory and motor functions are not localized to specific regions in the cerebral cortex. This article has the anatomy of the central nervous system, the anatomy of neurons, the cell membrane, signals and transmission, types of neurons, a comparison of biological neurons and connectionist systems, followed by references. The general organization of the CNS, plus the aggregate field theory and localized theory.