How the brain distinguishes between objects
Study shows that a brain region called the inferotemporal cortex is key to differentiating bears from chairs.
The gift of light, through science and service
Professor Pawan Sinha addresses a humanitarian need — treatable blindness — and advances our understanding of visual development in the brain.
As brain extracts meaning from vision, study tracks progression of processing
Six brain regions participate in a more blended way than has been appreciated.
MIT neuroscientists give "invisible" cells a new look
With a new grant, a Picower Institute team is studying the role of astrocytes, which may partner with neurons to process information in the brain.
A glimpse into the workings of the baby brain
MRI scans reveal surprising similarities in activity patterns of infant and adult visual cortex.
Richard Held, professor emeritus of brain and cognitive sciences, dies at 94
Longtime professor and former department head spent a lifetime investigating the mechanisms of visual perception.
Creating new treatments for amblyopia
Study finds decreasing activity in the eye can help overcome visual impairment.
Learning more about the brain
Pawan Sinha explores the cognitive dynamics behind our visual understanding of the world around us.
Fujimoto receives the OSA Frederic Ives Medal
MIT professor honored for pioneering the field of optical coherence tomography and leading medical and commercial applications.
New respect for primary visual cortex
A previously underappreciated brain region performs complex sequence learning.
Seeking a ‘parts list’ for the retina
New technique classifies retinal neurons into 15 categories, including some previously unknown types.
Vision is key to spatial skills
Neuroscientists find that the ability to imagine spatial structures improves dramatically after blind children’s sight is restored.
Expanding our view of vision
New brain-scanning technique allows scientists to see when and where the brain processes visual information.
In the blink of an eye
MIT neuroscientists find the brain can identify images seen for as little as 13 milliseconds.
Making connections in the eye
Wiring diagram of retinal neurons is first step toward mapping the human brain.