Brain’s ‘Traffic Directors’: Neurons That Keep Us Focused on Tasks

Summary: Researchers have illuminated how our brain maintains focus amidst distractions. Their study identifies “visual-movement” neurons in the lateral prefrontal cortex (LPFC) that use coordinated activity called “beta bursts” to…

Revisiting the Invisible Gorilla: Fast-Moving Unexpected Objects Capture Attention

Summary: A study challenges the long-held belief that our ability to spot unexpected objects is compromised when focused on a separate task. The team showed that individuals are surprisingly good…