fusiform face area

fusiform face area

the location of the amygdala in the brain

Amygdala May Play Bigger Role in Facial Recognition

Neuroscience NewsFebruary 12, 2018

Researchers report the amygdala may play a bigger role in facial recognition than previously thought. According to a new study, the amygdala responds more specifically to images of the face than the fusiform face area does. ... Read More...

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Diagram shows how FFAs recognize objects.

Ability to Recognize Objects and Faces Can Be Predicted by Thickness of Gray Matter

Neuroscience NewsNovember 9, 2015

According to a new study, the thickness of the fusiform face area can predict a person's ability to recognize faces and objects.... Read More...

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Temporal Cortex Region Allows Dogs to Process Faces

Neuroscience NewsAugust 4, 2015

A new study provides evidence for a face selective region in the temporal cortex of dogs.... Read More...

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How the Brain Pays Attention

Neuroscience NewsApril 10, 2014

A new study Reveals how the brain focuses attention on faces and other objects.... Read More...

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