By Neuroscience News
Researchers are studying humor's neural substrates, utilizing physical comedy clips from Charlie Chaplin.
The researchers observed the brain activity of epileptic patients, while they watched Chaplin's comedic scenes, using intracerebral electrophysiological recordings to capture high precision data.
The results suggested high-frequency neural activity, associated with cognitive engagement, also marked humor appreciation.
This groundbreaking study advances the understanding of the neural and cognitive mechanisms underlying humor.