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·August 1, 2017·4 min read

Three Visual Illusions That Reveal the Hidden Workings of the Brain

When it comes to optical illusions, the brain must make educated guesses based on the ambiguous information entering the visual system, researchers say.

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·July 25, 2017·4 min read

Dragonfly Brains Predict the Path of Their Prey

A new study in eLife provides new insights into how complex neural processes in the brains of dragonflies allows them to predict, peruse and catch prey. The findings could prove useful in developing new innovative robot vision systems.

Image shows brain scans with the occipital cortex highlighted.

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·July 12, 2017·3 min read

Rhythmic Firing of Brain Cells Supports Communication in Brain Network for Language

A new PNAS study reveals the communication between brain areas that specialize in language is supported by the rhythmic synchronization of brain cells. Researchers found different rhythms reflect different directions of information flow.

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·July 12, 2017·4 min read

Exposure to a Common Visual Illusion May Enhance Your Ability to Read Fine Print

According to University of York researchers, the ability to read fine print may be enhanced following exposure to a common visual illusion. The researchers found visual acuity may be enhanced by the expanding motion aftereffect optical illusion.

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·July 5, 2017·5 min read

Peering into Neural Networks

A pioneering technique has helped researchers to elucidate the workings of neural networks trained with visual data. The findings shed light on the nature of computer vision algorithms and may also help to provide new evidence regarding the organization and visual processes of the human brain.

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·June 29, 2017·4 min read

Chocolate and Cocoa Aren’t Just Treats, They Are Good For Cognition Too

According to researchers, cocoa flavanols could have a neuroprotective effect. In a recent study, researchers found enhancements in working memory and improved visual information processing in participants who had taken cocoa flavanols. Additionally, women who ate cocoa products reported less cognitive impairments following sleep deprivation.