Ann Bradlow Department of Linguistics Northwestern University Recognition of Second-Language (L2) Speech by Human and Machine Listeners All else being equal, both human and machine listeners typically exhibit higher error rates for second-language (L2) versus first-language (L1) speech particularly under realistic listening conditions that involve background noise. In this talk, I will examine […]
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We will also stream this seminar via Zoom. For the Zoom link, please contact Jessica Marcus: jmarcus@upenn.edu. Bevil Conway Senior Investigator, Sensation, Cognition, and Action Section NEI Concepts: origins & neural mechanisms The ability to form and deploy concepts is a hallmark of intelligence. Some concepts such as string theory are sophisticated […]
Biyu He Perception & Brain Dynamics Laboratory NYU Understanding conscious visual perception: The role of spontaneous brain activity and memories Preexisting brain states wield powerful influences on conscious perception. Depending on the preexisting brain state at the time of stimulus arrival, a physically identical stimulus may be consciously perceived or not, a visual […]
We’re excited to kick off the Cognitive Science Student Association (CSSA) with our first event of the semester! Join us Wednesday, October 30 from 3 to 4 PM in Goddard 200 for a Cognitive Science Student Panel. Experienced upperclassmen from diverse backgrounds will share advice on which classes to take for various career paths, including technology, consulting, […]
We will also stream this seminar via Zoom. For the link, please contact us: pennmindcore@sas.upenn.edu Katharine Dunlop Neurosciences and Clinical Translation Keenan Research Centre Centre for Biomedical Science St. Michael’s Hospital, Toronto Aging and the Depressed Brain Healthy aging is characterized by cognitive decline and alterations in brain structure and function. Deviations […]