This episode delves into the functional connectivity of negative motor areas, crucial for understanding voluntary movement control. We review findings from a 2026 study published in NeuroImage, which utilized stereoelectroencephalography (SEEG) in patients with drug-resistant epilepsy. The abstract highlights the localization and connectivity of these unique cortical regions, identified by stimulations that induce an inability to initiate or sustain movement. Understanding these networks offers significant insights for neurosurgical planning and the treatment of movement disorders. This summary is based on an abstract and should not be considered a substitute for professional medical advice.