After Phrenology

Neural Reuse and the Interactive Brain

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• Michael L. Anderson

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• 410 Seiten
• 15 Lesestunden

• Neurowissenschaft
• Philosophisches Thema
• Psychologische Thematik
• Sachbücher
• Wissenschaft

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The book presents a groundbreaking approach to neuroscience, advocating for a shift beyond traditional phrenology. It explores the evolutionary origins of the diverse functions found across different brain regions and networks, aiming to enhance our understanding of brain functionality. By integrating evolutionary theory with contemporary neuroscience, it offers insights into how structural variations contribute to cognitive diversity, challenging existing paradigms and proposing a more comprehensive framework for studying the brain.

• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2021
• Einband: Paperback