perception

A new study reveals that our perception of time is intertwined with the sense of touch, supported by the dual functionality of the somatosensory cortex. Utilizing optogenetics, the research demonstrated that the somatosensory cortex’s neurons contribute to both tactile sensations and the perception of time, suggesting that time perception is rooted in a widespread network of brain areas. Credit: SciTechDaily.comSensory experiences and the perception of time are intricately linked within the somatosensory cortex of the…

We have the solution to Wordle on February 27, as well as some helpful hints to help you figure out the answer yourself, right here. We’ve placed the answer at the bottom of the page, so we don’t ruin the surprise before you’ve had a chance to work through the clues. So let’s dive in, starting with a reminder of yesterday’s answer. Yesterday’s Wordle answer Let’s start by first reminding ourselves of yesterday’s Wordle answer for those new to the game or who don’t play it daily, which was “OFTEN.” So we can say that…

Through a novel combination of fMRI, behavioral experiments, and electrophysiology, researchers highlight the brain’s role in transitioning from perceiving individual flashes to smooth motion, offering new insights into visual perception and potential clinical applications. Credit: SciTechDaily.comNew research on the continuity illusion uncovers how the brain perceives smooth motion, emphasizing the superior colliculus’s importance and suggesting new approaches for neuroscience research and clinical practice.A study by a…

A groundbreaking study reveals the mechanisms behind sensory evolution in fruit flies, showing how genetic and cellular variations enable them to adapt their senses to different environments. The research uncovers the diversity in olfactory perception and the presence of sex-specific differences, offering insights into the evolution of sensory systems across species. Credit: SciTechDaily.comNew research uncovers the genetic basis of sensory adaptation in fruit flies, revealing diverse olfactory experiences and…

Credit: CC0 Public Domain As demand for food from restaurants soars in the U.S., so does the importance of understanding the impacts of foodborne illness outbreaks. A new paper co-written by a University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign expert in food marketing and food policy finds that outbreaks spanning multiple states bring swift financial losses, increased media attention and a public-relations hit that makes smaller outbreaks…

Illustration of challenges and applications of intelligent vehicle perception. Transfer learning (TL) methods can be applied to reduce the domain gaps by sensor difference, data difference, and model difference. Credit: Green Energy and Intelligent Transportation An international group of scientists has published a paper in the journal Green Energy and Intelligent Transportation, summarizing a comprehensive review of deep…

A new study on human temperature perception demonstrated a consistent sensitivity to temperature differences among participants. This research, integral to the Grounded Cognition theory, has important implications for energy-efficient building climate control and is part of broader research efforts at terraXcube, which supports various scientific fields.Research conducted in Eurac Research’s terraXcube, an extreme environment simulator, indicates that the human sensitivity to temperature variations is less than one degree…

New research reveals that our brains can adjust our perception of time to align with our needs, a discovery made through studying Alston’s singing mice. Credit: SciTechDaily.comA study on Alston’s singing mice demonstrates that the brain can adapt our perception of time, a finding with significant implications for understanding complex brain functions and potential applications in technology and education.Life has a challenging tempo. Sometimes, it moves faster or slower than we’d like. Nevertheless, we adapt. We pick up…

Credit: CC0 Public Domain Social class is a powerful hierarchy that determines many privileges and disadvantages in society. Research shows that people are quick to form impressions of other people's social class standing, which can have important consequences—but what specifically drives these impressions, and their relationship to judgements of harmful or advantageous stereotypes, has remained unknown.…

The European Space Agency’s (ESA) spacecraft, the Mars Express, has located a Martian water reservoir that is almost two miles deep. The reservoir is made up of water ice, which, if melted, could cover the entire planet in a layer of water 1.5 to 2.7 meters deep, the ESA estimates.This reservoir is the most ice ever found in the equatorial area of Mars, the ESA says, and future studies of the surface of the Red Planet, as well as the area where these reservoirs are, could help provide more insight into Mars’s…