Seeing Beyond The Visual Cortex

The video explores the concept of blindsight, a condition where individuals with damage to the primary visual cortex can respond to visual stimuli without conscious awareness. Neuroscientist Tony Ro, supported by the National Science Foundation, conducts experiments using magnetic pulses to temporarily disable the visual cortex, revealing that subjects can still identify shapes. This suggests alternative visual pathways in the brain. The findings hold promise for developing rehabilitative therapies for patients, such as soldiers with brain damage, by understanding these pathways.

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