In my 2-Minute Neuroscience videos I explain neuroscience topics in 2 minutes or less. In this video, I cover the hypothalamus and pituitary gland. I discuss the two major roles of the hypothalamus: homeostasis and hormones. I also explain how the hypothalamus controls hormone release by manipulating the pituitary gland. I cover the anterior and posterior lobes of the pituitary gland, along with the most common hormones secreted from each lobe.