This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Anatomy
Which of the following thalamic nuclei do not project to neocortex - 
Select and explain. 
A. Intralaminar nuclei, B. Reticular nuclei, C. Pulvinar nuclei, D. Anterior thalamic nuclei
B: Reticular nuclei
Answer: B: Reticular nuclei 
Explanation: Non limbic portion of cerebral hemisphere is known as Neocortex.
Every thalamic nuclei except reticular nuclei sends axon to different part of cortex. The output of reticular nuclei is mainly to other thalamic nuclei.
The dorsal group of thalamic nuclei project to neocortex. These are:
Pulvinar nuclei
Intralaminar nuclei
Anterior (Rostral) nuclei