Visual shape processing and perception constitute a central pillar in understanding how the human brain interprets complex visual stimuli. Research in this field has revealed a multifaceted framework ...

Critical flicker fusion (CFF), a measure of visual processing speed, predicts executive function in younger and older adults and may be helpful in predicting decline in executive function, say ...

HBP researchers have trained a large-scale model of the primary visual cortex of the mouse to solve visual tasks in a highly robust way. The model provides the basis for a new generation of neural ...

A simple visual test is surprisingly accurate at predicting IQ, according to new research. The study, published today (May 23) in the journal Current Biology, found that people's ability to ...

When you attempt a puzzle like this, your brain works on two levels: quick scanning for broad details and deep focus for ...

Individuals battling major depressive episodes were found to have abnormal visual processing, according to a Finnish study suggesting the altered perception involves changes in the cerebral cortex.

Optical illusions have long captivated us with their ability to challenge our perception and reveal the complexities of human cognition. One such illusion, the “wavy line” pattern, is a prime example ...