brain development

MIT Research Explains How the Brain Recognizes Images Without Color

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MIT Research Explains How the Brain Recognizes Images Without Color

The research findings also reveal why it is more difficult for those who regain sight after being born blind to recognize objects in black and white images. Despite the complex mechanisms that the human visual system has for processing color, the brain has no problem recognizing objects in black and white images. A new study … Read more

Cerebral Cortex: The Relationship Between Brain Development and Environment

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Cerebral Cortex: The Relationship Between Brain Development and Environment

1. Background The development of the brain is influenced by multiple factors, with a higher socioeconomic status (higher socioeconomic status, SES) being one of the important factors. SES during childhood and adolescence is associated with stronger cognitive abilities, academic achievements, and lower rates of mental illness, and can even affect the development of the cerebral … Read more