How Do Brains Count?
Offered By: Numberphile via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore the fascinating world of numerical cognition in this video featuring Professor Brian Butterworth, a neuroscientist specializing in numbers and mathematics. Delve into the intriguing question of how brains count, examining evidence from animal studies and human neurological research. Learn about the mating behavior of frogs, the storage and processing of numerical information in the brain, and the implications for human mathematical abilities. Discover the concept of the "Vicious Triangle" and its relevance to numerical cognition. Gain insights into cutting-edge research on auditory midbrain neurons and the mapping of neuronal activity during mathematical tasks. Enhance your understanding of the biological foundations of numerical processing and its significance across species.
Syllabus
Intro
Do animals know the number
How frogs mate
How are they stored
How do they work
How do they work in humans
Who needs to know
The Vicious Triangle
Taught by
Numberphile
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