Study reveals structural changes of connectivity in the thalamus to other brain areas in those with congenital blindness, providing evidence of brain plasticity. The areas of the thalamus that connect with the occipital lobe in those with blindness are weaker and smaller, giving space to connections in the temporal cortex which are strengthened.
Researchers created a form of artificial vision for a blind woman with the aid of a brain implant position in the visual cortex. The results pave the way for the creation of visual brain prosthetics to help the blind to regain sight.
The occipital cortex plays a causal role in piloting our attention to manage the intake of images.
A new study reveals unique connections within brain networks in children on the autism spectrum. Researchers say, in ASD, the amygdala shows marked differences in connection with the occipital cortex than in typically developing children.
Researchers report individual differences in functional brain connectivity reflects differences in how certain intrinsic connectivity networks engage during decision making.
A new study explores the neural basis for facial recognition and identification.
A new study reports that in blind children, a region of the brain that normally involved in visual processing can be remodeled to process language.
A new study reports children who received general anesthetic prior to the age of four had lower IQ, decreased gray matter density in posterior areas of the brain and diminished language comprehension.
According to a new study, the brain builds up novel technical knowledge over a course of different learning stages.
A new study could help pave the way for developing adaptive rehabilitation programs following visual restoration surgery.