Two new studies published in the journals Neuron00792-5) and Naturereveal how the human brain transforms a continuous stream ...
Scientists have thought that when we hear language, the brain processes it the same way, whether it's familiar or foreign. A ...
It is as impossible to teach sounds and sound systems of languages as it is to teach the complex ways of the representation ...
In a new study, researchers were able to see where in the brain, and how quickly -- in milliseconds -- the brain's neurons transition from processing the sound of speech to processing the ...
After years of research, neuroscientists have discovered a new pathway in the human brain that processes the sounds of language. The findings suggest that auditory and speech processing occur in ...
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Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. One of the most important cognitive foundations of human language is ...
The wind is up; a dry wind. Between four walls, we're only aware of its presence by the sounds it makes. Whistling, hissing, sometimes howling. The effect on the building is noticeable: creaks in the ...