Edinburgh Psychology Keynote Talk

Speaker: Matt Davis (MRC Cognition and Brain Sciences Unit, University of Cambridge)

Title: Prediction error computations as a neural mechanism for spoken word recognition

Abstract: In the words of Andy Clark (2013) “Brains… are essentially prediction machines… bundles of cells that support perception and action by constantly attempting to match incoming sensory inputs with top-down expectations or predictions.” In this talk I’ll provide evidence that predictive processes support a core aspect of speech understanding: the recognition of spoken words. Brain imaging studies using magneto-encephalography (MEG), highlight neural computations of prediction error that play a central role in ensuring efficient processing of familiar spoken words and learning of new words.

Further information

For further information please contact Professor Hugh Rabagliati.

The talk is open to all PPLS staff and postgraduate students as well as Psychology undergraduate students in Year 3 and 4.

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