Scientists ‘Inject’ Information Into Monkeys’ Brains

4/7/2018

This article discusses a study conducted on monkeys to understand how the brain processes and filters information. The researchers trained monkeys to perform a task that involved different visual stimuli, and simultaneously recorded the activity of their brain cells. The study found that the monkeys' brains selectively focused on relevant information while ignoring irrelevant details. It also revealed that the brain cells adapted quickly to process new information and adjust their responses. The findings provide insights into how the brain filters and processes information, shedding light on our understanding of perception and attention in both humans and animals.

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