bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory),
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Nov. 27, 2024
Abstract
BACKGROUND
The
integration
of
visual
and
vestibular
input
is
crucial
for
self-motion.
Information
from
both
sensory
systems
merges
early
in
the
central
nervous
system.
Among
numerous
cortical
areas
involved
processing
this
information,
some
(V6
VIP)
respond
specifically
to
anteroposterior
information.
OBJECTIVE
To
further
understand
involvement
these
other
self-motion
when
information
are
combined
with
varying
congruence
direction
parameters.
METHODS
Fifteen
subjects
underwent
an
MRI
session
while
receiving
(optic
flow
patterns)
galvanic
stimuli
mimicking
six
conditions:
(1)
forward,
(2)
backward,
forward
(3)
congruent
or
(4)
incongruent
backward
(5)
(6)
RESULTS
combination
concurrent
stimulation
fully
consistant
optic
patterns
activated
several
bilateral
found
predominantly
insula.
those
previously
defined
our
initial
study,
large
majority
do
not
show
any
specifity
forward/backward
visuo-vestibular
congruency.
A
notable
exception
was
parieto-occipital
area
V6,
which
showed
a
marked
preference
signals
cues
signaling
motion.
CONCLUSIONS
By
showing
that
V6
more
active
ecological
(
i.e.
specify
most
common
direction),
results
support
view
plays
role
during
The Journal of Physiology,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Feb. 13, 2025
Abstract
In
the
current
study,
we
investigated
neural
mechanisms
underlying
representation
of
three‐dimensional
(3D)
surface
orientation
within
posterior
portion
superior
temporal
polysensory
area
(STPp)
and
visual
Sylvian
(VPS)
in
macaque
brain.
Both
areas
are
known
for
their
integration
vestibular
signals,
which
crucial
stability
spatial
perception.
However,
it
remains
unclear
how
exactly
these
represent
3D
surfaces.
To
tackle
this
question,
used
random
dot
stereograms
(RDS)
to
present
planar
stimuli
defined
by
slant
tilt,
with
depth
via
binocular
disparity.
Through
method,
examined
STPp
VPS
encode
information.
Our
results
suggest
that
both
regions
surfaces,
interactions
among
parameters
influencing
responses.
Additionally,
motion
cues
affect
perception
orientation.
consistently
encoded
plane
information
regardless
cue,
whereas
responses
showed
less
stability.
These
findings
shed
light
on
distinct
processing
different
cortical
areas,
offering
insights
into
basis
image
Key
points
can
Slant
is
independently
from
tilt
disparity
areas.
TDD
neurons
shift
preferences
based
maintains
stable
encoding
under
conditions,
while
shows
changes
preferences.
bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory),
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: April 17, 2024
Abstract
Self-motion
estimation
is
thought
to
depend
on
sensory
information
as
well
predictions
derived
from
motor
feedback.
In
driving,
the
vestibular
afference
can
in
principle
be
predicted
based
steering
commands
if
an
accurate
internal
model
of
dynamics
available.
Here,
we
used
a
closed-loop
experiment
examine
whether
participants
build
such
dynamics.
Participants
steered
motion
platform
which
they
were
seated
align
their
body
with
memorized
visual
target.
We
varied
gain
between
wheel
angle
and
velocity
across
trials
three
different
ways:
unpredictable
(white
noise),
moderately
predictable
(random
walk),
or
highly
(constant
gain).
examined
took
across-trial
predictability
into
account
control
(internal
hypothesis),
simply
integrated
feedback
over
time
estimate
travelled
distance
(path
integration
hypothesis).
Results
trial
series
regression
analysis
show
that
previous
more
when
it
followed
random
walk
than
unpredictably
trials.
Furthermore,
interleaved
large
jump
gain,
made
fast
corrective
responses,
irrespective
predictability,
suggesting
also
rely
These
findings
suggest
brain
construct
predict
reafference
driving
self-motion
estimation.
Architects
have
long
debated
whether
visual
contact
or
Euclidean
distance
is
more
crucial
for
navigational
decisions
in
large
spaces,
such
as
hospitals.
In
literature
on
navigation,
emphasis
has
traditionally
been
landmarks,
assuming
their
value
lies
familiarity
with
the
built
environment
and
constructed
cognitive
map.
Individuals'
subjective
experiences,
surroundings,
personal
preferences,
even
cultural
background,
can
all
an
impact
how
they
move
through
space.
However,
it
remains
unknown
what
spatial
parameters
alter
decision.
The
study
aims
to
assess
visibility
holds
greater
importance
decisions,
building
hypotheses
from
previous
work.
Using
Virtual
Reality,
we
performed
a
navigation
task
uniform,
maze-like
environment,
where
participants
located
two
spheres
We
find
that
predominantly
base
rather
than
visibility,
favoring
shorter
distances
when
both
visible
invisible
destinations
are
presented.
Our
findings
challenge
existing
studies,
revealing
new
avenue
understanding
interplay
between
layout,
embodied
self,
processes.
divergence
prior
research
highlights
necessity
nuanced
examination
of
configurations
active,
experience
shaping
human
cognition.
bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory),
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Nov. 19, 2024
Humans
and
other
organisms
make
decisions
choosing
between
different
options,
with
the
aim
to
maximize
reward
minimize
cost.
The
main
theoretical
framework
for
modeling
decision-making
process
has
been
based
on
highly
successful
drift-diffusion
model,
which
is
a
simple
tool
explaining
many
aspects
of
this
process.
However,
new
observations
challenge
model.
Recently,
it
was
found
that
inhibitory
tone
increases
during
high
cognitive
load
situations
uncertainty,
but
origin
phenomenon
not
understood.
Motivated
by
observation,
we
extend
recently
developed
model
decision
making
while
animals
move
towards
targets
in
real
space.
We
introduce
an
integrated
Ising-type
includes
global
inhibition,
use
explore
its
role
decision-making.
This
can
explain
how
brain
may
utilize
inhibition
improve
accuracy.
Compared
experimental
results,
suggests
regime
brain's
activity
proximity
critical
transition
line
ordered
disordered.
Within
region
near
advantageous
property
enabling
significant
decrease
error
small
increase
also
exhibits
unique
properties
respect
learning
memory
decay.