Where The Brain Combines What's Heard And Felt

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In summary, researchers have found that the integration of auditory and touch information occurs in the auditory cortex of the brain, which is earlier than previously thought. This was shown through functional magnetic resonance imaging at the Max Planck Institute for Biological Cybernetics in Germany. This has implications for how we perceive and process information, such as in the case of watching a ventriloquist.
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Where The Brain Combines What's Heard And Felt
When sense perceptions from various sense organs are processed in the brain, this information is integrated - for example, when we are watching a ventriloquist, our brain combines information pertaining to both language and vision. Using functional magnetic resonance imaging, researchers at the Max Planck Institute for Biological Cybernetics in Tübingen, Germany have showed that the integration of auditory and touch information takes place in the 'hearing centre' of the brain - the auditory cortex - and thus at an earlier point than has traditionally been assumed (Neuron, October 20, 2005).
http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2005/10/051024083618.htm
 
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cool, i wonder if they'll show some for visual then.
 
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That's a very cool article, Cosmina.
 

Related to Where The Brain Combines What's Heard And Felt

1. How does the brain combine what is heard and felt?

The brain combines what is heard and felt through a process called multisensory integration. This involves combining information from multiple senses, such as sight, sound, touch, and smell, to create a more complete and accurate perception of the world around us.

2. What regions of the brain are involved in combining hearing and touch?

The primary regions of the brain involved in combining hearing and touch are the auditory cortex and the somatosensory cortex. The auditory cortex processes auditory information and the somatosensory cortex processes tactile information, and they work together to integrate these senses.

3. How does the brain prioritize between hearing and touch?

The brain prioritizes between hearing and touch based on the context of the situation and the relevance of each sense. For example, if you are in a noisy environment, the brain may prioritize hearing over touch to help you focus on important sounds.

4. Can the brain's ability to combine hearing and touch be improved?

Yes, the brain's ability to combine hearing and touch can be improved through practice and training. Studies have shown that people who are blind or deaf from birth have enhanced multisensory integration abilities, indicating that the brain is capable of adapting and improving in this area.

5. Are there any disorders or conditions that affect the brain's ability to combine hearing and touch?

Yes, there are several disorders and conditions that can affect the brain's ability to combine hearing and touch, such as autism, schizophrenia, and stroke. These conditions can disrupt the brain's normal functioning and lead to difficulties with multisensory integration.

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