Richard E Passingham: 2 books
The Neurobiology of the Prefrontal Cortex
Anatomy, Evolution, and the Origin of Insight
Language: English
Release Date: July 12, 2012
The prefrontal cortex makes up almost a quarter of the human brain, and it expanded dramatically during primate evolution. The Neurobiology of the Prefrontal Cortex presents a new theory about its fundamental function. In this important new book, the authors argue that primate-specific parts of the...
A Short Guide to Brain Imaging
The Neuroscience of Human Cognition
Language: English
Release Date: October 1, 2015
Brain imaging has revolutionised the field of Psychology - once more concerned with IQ tests, reaction times and questionnaires. Most Psychology departments now have access to an MRI scanner - some have even renamed themselves as departments of cognitive neuroscience. Yet brain imaging can be a minefield,...