In this short video, the reticular formation is described. The video starts with general overview of the gray and white matter of the spinal cord and the brainstem. The introduction of reticular formation gives information about its functions and significance. The projections of the reticular formation are also discussed. The clinical correlation at the end relates the reticular formation problem with its clinical manifestation. 0:09 Overview 2:33 Reticular formation 3:15 Projections