Visual Illusions - Catching the Brain Creating Reality

Explore the fascinating world of visual illusions in this 1-hour 18-minute conference talk from the World Science Festival. Delve into how magic tricks, controversial internet images, and everyday visual phenomena provide scientists with valuable insights into the complex process of human vision. Discover how the interplay between our eyes and brain shapes our perception of reality, influenced by factors such as light, eye movement, expectations, memory, and desire. Join neuroscientists Susana Martinez-Conde and Rodrigo Quian Quiroga, along with psychologist Emily Balcetis, as they discuss with moderator Brian Greene how illusions reveal the brain's interpretive processes. Examine real-world examples, including celebrity photos, police dash cam footage, and viral internet images, to understand how our brains sometimes misinterpret visual information. Gain a deeper understanding of the science behind optical illusions and their implications for our perception of the world around us.