Symposium on How the Brain Constructs Reality
14 and 15 Dec, 2000
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    Sensory systems

    Sensation and perception provide the preliminary input on which all neural processes operate. Analysis of them is a core area of modern neuroscience. At University of Otago, analysis of sensory processes and their contribution to both normal and abnormal mental function is undertaken by a large number of people in a range of departments. They represent a core part of the Neural System Structure and Function Research Theme. The purpose of this symposium is to promote interaction among Theme members and other international scholars specialising in neural aspects of sensation and perception.

    Our primary aim is to bring together on sensory members of the Neural Systems Structure and Function Research Theme with distinguished scientists from outside the Theme who study sensory systems.

    Our specific aims are:

    * to transfer the latest ideas about analysis of sensory neural information to certain existing programmes within the Theme;

    * to enhance the existing collaboration and integration between these programmes and increase the contribution of sensory research as an area of excellence within the Theme;

    * to make Otago's research strength in sensory systems known to international researchers, and to foster collaboration between Theme members and prominent international scientists; and

    * to provide contact between graduate students working within the Theme and senior researchers.

    This page was last updated on 16 Feb 2001.

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