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Functional Imaging of the Human Brain - A Window into the Organization of the Human Mind

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Overview

Explore the fascinating world of functional brain imaging in this comprehensive lecture by MIT's Nancy Kanwisher. Delve into the organization of the human mind through cutting-edge neuroimaging techniques. Learn about various topics including face recognition, object perception, and the processing of music and physics in the brain. Discover the latest findings on structural connectivity, evolutionary aspects, and comparative studies with monkeys. Engage with thought-provoking questions and gain insights into the complex interactions within our cognitive processes. This in-depth presentation offers a unique opportunity to understand how modern neuroscience is unraveling the mysteries of human cognition and perception.

Syllabus

Intro
Background
Hair vs Hands
Inverted Faces
Coloured Blob
My Favorite Video
A Few Things to Clarify
What Else
Music
Physics
Physics Processing
Interactions
Questions
Evolution
Structural Connectivity
Monkey Work
No Control

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MITCBMM

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