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New technology advances eye tracking as biomarker for brain function and brain injury

Researchers at NYU Langone Medical Center developed new technology that tracks eye movements to assess brain injuries, offering a potential biological marker for brain function and recovery. The study found abnormal eye movement ratios in patients with nerve damage or swelling in the brain, which were restored after surgery.

SourceNYU Langone Health / NYU Grossman School of Medicine·JournalJournal of Neurosurgery·DateDec 16, 2014

Involuntary eye movement a foolproof indication for ADHD diagnosis

Researchers at Tel Aviv University developed a diagnostic tool using involuntary eye movements to accurately diagnose Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). The test showed a direct correlation between ADHD and the inability to suppress eye movement in anticipation of visual stimuli.

SourceAmerican Friends of Tel Aviv University·JournalVision Research·DateAug 13, 2014
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Motor learning: Lining up our sights

Neurologists investigate the significance of the vestibular system in directing gaze, finding that patients with vestibular or cerebellar dysfunction have difficulty controlling eye movements. The study suggests that rehabilitation training based on active head movements can enhance gaze shift control and learning to find endpoints.

SourceLudwig-Maximilians-Universität München·JournalBrain·DateMar 24, 2014

Studies advance potential use Of MRI magnetic fields to treat balance disorders

Researchers found that people with inner-ear disturbances exhibit distinct eye movements when exposed to MRI magnets, potentially allowing for diagnosis and treatment. Zebrafish also showed dramatic reactions to strong magnetic fields, offering a model for studying genetic factors behind balance disorders.

SourceJohns Hopkins Medicine·JournalFrontiers in Neurology·DateMar 19, 2014
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More than meets the eye

Researchers at UCSB and University of Bristol found that the brain can perform foveal analysis and peripheral selection during visual sampling independently and rapidly, without affecting accuracy. This specialized ability may be due to humans' need to maintain vigilance over their periphery while performing focused visual analysis.

SourceUniversity of California - Santa Barbara·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateJan 14, 2014

To keep their eye on the ball, batters mostly use their heads

Researchers found that baseball players move their heads to track pitches, making only slight adjustments with their eyes until late in the pitch trajectory. This challenges the conventional wisdom that hitters focus primarily on the ball with their eyes.

SourceWolters Kluwer Health·JournalOptometry and Vision Science·DateJan 7, 2014

Dogs recognize familiar faces from images

In a study, researchers found that dogs can perceive faces in images and differentiate between familiar and strange faces. Dogs preferred viewing conspecific faces over human faces, gazing more at the eye area of familiar faces.

SourceUniversity of Helsinki·JournalAnimal Cognition·DateDec 18, 2013

Human eye movements for vision are remarkably adaptable

Researchers found that people with normal vision can adjust their eye movements within hours to cope with temporary vision loss. This discovery suggests a way to help individuals with age-related macular degeneration better manage visual impairment.

SourceCell Press·JournalCurrent Biology·DateAug 15, 2013

Rats have a double view of the world

Researchers at Max Planck Institute found that rats move their eyes in opposite directions, allowing them to maintain a constant binocular field and detect potential threats. This adaptation is thought to increase their chances of survival against birds and other predators.

SourceMax-Planck-Gesellschaft·JournalNature·DateMay 27, 2013
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Barrow researchers identify new vision of how we explore our world

Brain researchers at Barrow Neurological Institute have discovered that healthy observers and neurological patients scan visual scenes with the same general strategy, regardless of scene size or fixation status. This finding challenges previous concepts of exploration and fixation as fundamentally different behaviors.

SourceSt. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateApr 4, 2013

Is it a stroke or benign dizziness? A simple bedside test can tell

A new study led by Johns Hopkins Medicine researchers has developed a simple bedside test that can determine whether severe dizziness is caused by a stroke or something benign. The portable device uses eye movement tests to diagnose strokes with 100% accuracy, promising to prevent misdiagnosis and save lives.

SourceJohns Hopkins Medicine·JournalStroke·DateMar 5, 2013

Eye movements reveal reading impairments in schizophrenia

Researchers at McGill University found that people with schizophrenia exhibit impaired reading fluency due to context-dependent eye movements and processing of words. The study provides new insights into the impact of schizophrenia on cognitive functions and could lead to earlier interventions.

SourceMcGill University·DateFeb 18, 2013
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Men and women explore the visual world differently

A study by University of Bristol researchers found that while men made fewer eye movements than women, those they did make were longer and to more varied locations. Women's eyes were drawn to the rest of the bodies, particularly the female figure, in images of heterosexual couples.

SourceUniversity of Bristol·JournalPLOS ONE·DateNov 30, 2012

Seeing the world through the eyes of an orangutan

The study investigates how orangutans use their vision to search for food and navigate their surroundings, shedding light on their cognitive abilities and behavior. The research also aims to develop enrichment programs for captive animals, helping to reduce boredom and promote natural behaviors.

SourceUniversity of Nottingham·DateNov 27, 2012

Why older people struggle to read fine print -- new study

Researchers discovered that older adults rely more on holistic cues to identify words, making it easier for them to comprehend text. This finding contradicts the common belief that older adults struggle with reading due to declining visual sensitivity.

SourceUniversity of Leicester·JournalPsychology and Aging·DateNov 22, 2012

Studying everyday eye movements could aid in diagnosis of neurological disorders

Researchers have developed a low-cost method for detecting neurological disorders like ADHD and Parkinson's by analyzing eye movement data while watching TV. The study found that patients with these conditions exhibited distinct patterns of eye movement, allowing for accurate diagnosis with high accuracy rates.

SourceUniversity of Southern California·JournalJournal of Neurology·DateAug 30, 2012

Research identifies mechanism responsible for eye movement disorder

A research team has identified how a genetic mutation affects nerve growth in the eye, leading to Duane Syndrome. This discovery could lead to therapies that reverse the condition and improve our understanding of movement disorders.

SourceThe Peninsula College of Medicine and Dentistry·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateAug 21, 2012
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Writing in cursive with your eyes only

Researchers develop a technology that tricks the neuromuscular machinery into producing smooth eye movements, allowing individuals with nearly complete limb paralysis to write in cursive. This breakthrough has significant implications for people with ALS and other conditions affecting eye movement control.

SourceCell Press·JournalCurrent Biology·DateJul 26, 2012

Eye movement direction not correlated with lying

A widely-held belief that certain eye movements indicate lying has been debunked in a new study published in PLOS ONE. The researchers found no correlation between eye movement direction and truthfulness, challenging existing approaches to detecting deceit.

SourcePLOS·JournalPLOS ONE·DateJul 11, 2012

Barrow researchers use magic for discoveries

Researchers at Barrow Neurological Institute found that curved motion triggers smooth pursuit eye movements, while straight motion leads to saccadic eye movements. This discovery could have wide-reaching implications in various fields.

SourceSt. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center·JournalFrontiers in Human Neuroscience·DateMay 22, 2012

Aligning the eyes: A simpler surgery for a complex condition

A new surgical procedure called superior rectus transposition with adjustable medial rectus recession has shown promising results in aligning the eyes of patients with complex strabismus. The procedure, adopted at Boston Children's Hospital, allows for precise eye movement fine-tuning in the recovery room or up to a week after surgery,...

SourceBoston Children's Hospital·JournalArchives of Ophthalmology·DateFeb 13, 2012
Kestrel 3000 Pocket Weather Meter

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Do menu 'sweet spots' really exist?

A new study by San Francisco State University researcher Sybil Yang found that diners do not linger noticeably longer over any particular location on the menu, contradicting decades of conventional wisdom. Instead, they read menus sequentially like a book, moving from left to right and down the pages.

SourceSan Francisco State University·JournalInternational Journal of Hospitality Management·DateFeb 1, 2012

Where is the accurate memory? The eyes have it

Researchers found that tracking eye movements can reveal discrepancies in eyewitness reports. Participants spent more time looking at remembered faces and had disproportionate viewing of these faces before making a response. The study's findings could lead to improved eyewitness testimony accuracy and new insights into memory and decis...

SourceAssociation for Psychological Science·JournalPsychological Science·DateDec 5, 2011

Surgeons perform better with eye movement training

Research by the University of Exeter shows that trainee surgeons learn technical surgical skills more quickly and deal better with stress if taught to mimic expert eye movements. The study highlights the potential for 'gaze training' to speed up initial skill learning, getting trainees ready for the operating room earlier.

SourceUniversity of Exeter·JournalSurgical Endoscopy·DateNov 30, 2011
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Trance stare led researchers to discover a genuine hypnotic state

A team of researchers from Aalto University and international partners found a genuine hypnotic state through studying the 'trance stare' associated with hypnosis. The study showed a dramatic reduction in eye movements beyond volitional control, confirming an altered mental state.

SourceAalto University·JournalPLOS ONE·DateOct 28, 2011

Most 'locked-in syndrome' patients say they are happy

A survey of 168 locked-in syndrome patients found that most (72%) are happy, while 28% experience unhappiness due to various factors. Improving rehabilitation and anxiety treatment can help patients regain a happy life, suggesting optimal life-sustaining care can have major long-term benefits.

SourceBMJ Group·JournalBMJ Open·DateFeb 24, 2011

Look: What your reaction to someone's eye movements says about your politics

Researchers found that liberals consistently move their attention in response to gaze cues, while conservatives do not. This suggests that liberals tend to be more responsive to others and are influenced by social interaction, whereas conservatives value personal autonomy and are less likely to be swayed by external cues.

SourceUniversity of Nebraska-Lincoln·DateDec 9, 2010
Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch (M4 Pro)

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Eye movements reveal readers' wandering minds

A new study published in Psychological Science reveals that eyes move differently when minds are wandering versus paying attention. When readers zone out, their eyes fixate on individual words for longer periods, suggesting a strong link between eye movements and language processing in the brain.

SourceAssociation for Psychological Science·JournalPsychological Science·DateAug 30, 2010

Eye movements and sight distance reveal how drivers negotiate winding roads

Drivers tend to look at a specific point on the lane marking when negotiating curves, with more time spent looking at the tangent point in shorter sight distances. A new study may lead to the development of an in-car warning system to prevent drivers from unintentionally departing from their lane.

SourceAssociation for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology·JournalJournal of Vision·DateJul 6, 2010

UBC researcher decodes Rembrandt's 'magic'

A UBC researcher has discovered what makes Rembrandt's portraits so captivating by recreating four of the artist's most famous works using computer-rendering programs. The study found that viewers fixated on specific areas of the face, such as the eyes, and preferred portraits with 'eye guiding narrative' techniques.

SourceUniversity of British Columbia·JournalLeonardo·DateMay 28, 2010
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Our eye position betrays the numbers we have in mind, new study

Researchers at the University of Melbourne used eye-tracking technology to predict the next chosen number based on participants' vertical and horizontal eye position. The study found that a leftward and downward change in eye position indicated smaller numbers, while a rightward and upward movement forecast larger numbers.

SourceUniversity of Melbourne·JournalCurrent Biology·DateMar 22, 2010

Why England's soccer team keeps losing on penalties

A new study by the University of Exeter shows that anxious penalty takers are more likely to focus on the goalkeeper, leading to shots that centralize and become easier to save. The research suggests that coaches can address this issue through training, emphasizing the importance of practicing aiming strategies under pressure.

SourceUniversity of Exeter·JournalJournal of Sport and Exercise Psychology·DateDec 11, 2009

You can believe your eyes: New insights into memory without conscious awareness

Scientists discovered a way to track stored memories using eye movements, even when individuals are unable or unwilling to report what they remember. The study highlights the role of the hippocampus in memory and awareness, suggesting that conscious memory may depend on interactions between the hippocampus and prefrontal cortex.

SourceCell Press·JournalNeuron·DateSep 9, 2009
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New study suggests the brain predicts what eyes in motion will see

Researchers found that brain predicts what eyes in motion will see, even before they move, allowing for a stable visual environment despite retinal image shifts. This remapping process enables continuous representation of locations across eye movement, facilitating the transition between current and expected images.

SourceAssociation for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology·JournalJournal of Vision·DateAug 25, 2009

Grant received for eye disorder research

Researchers at the Peninsula Medical School have received a £9,600 grant to continue studying the genetic causes of eye movement disorders. The team aims to identify genes that contribute to loss of eye movement in conditions like Duane syndrome.

SourceThe Peninsula College of Medicine and Dentistry·DateJul 2, 2009

Study reveals we seek new targets during visual search, not during other visual behaviors

A study by Michael D. Dodd and colleagues found that inhibition of return occurs during visual search tasks, but not during other visual behaviors. Volunteers were tracked while viewing scenes to identify eye movements, revealing a 'facilitation of return' effect where previously fixated locations are shifted faster than new ones.

SourceAssociation for Psychological Science·JournalPsychological Science·DateApr 14, 2009
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Fetal alcohol syndrome testing expands

A Queen's University study has expanded eye-movement tests to identify children with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) in community settings, with over 200 children tested across Ontario and Alberta. The breakthrough will add eye movement testing to standard clinical assessment protocols.

SourceQueen's University·JournalEuropean Journal of Neuroscience·DateMar 19, 2009

Involuntary maybe, but certainly not random

Scientists have long debated the function of microsaccades, but researchers at the Salk Institute found they are actively controlled by the superior colliculus. The study reveals that individual neurons in this area are highly specific about which microsaccade directions and amplitudes they command.

SourceSalk Institute·JournalScience·DateFeb 12, 2009

Simple brain mechanisms explain arbitrary human visual decisions

Scientists report that a simple decision-making task does not involve the frontal lobes, instead relying on the parietal lobe to process sensory information and control responses. This finding challenges the traditional view of human decision-making as willful acts, suggesting that many decisions may be driven by automatic processes.

SourceWashU Medicine·JournalNature Neuroscience·DateNov 9, 2008

Car or pedestrian -- How we can follow objects with our eyes

A team of scientists has made significant progress in understanding how the brain controls eye movement, particularly when tracking fast-moving objects. The study found that gain control, a phenomenon where the brain adapts eye movement to object speed, is determined by specific neural networks in the frontal eye fields.

SourceLudwig-Maximilians-Universität München·JournalCortex·DateOct 2, 2008
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Eye test peers into heat-related multiple sclerosis symptoms

Researchers at UT Southwestern Medical Center have developed a new tool to study the mysterious link between body temperature and multiple sclerosis symptoms. By tracking eye movements, they found that as body temperature rises, eye movement disorders worsen in people with MS.

SourceUT Southwestern Medical Center·JournalNeurology·DateMar 20, 2008

Why does the world appear stable while our eyes move?

Researchers developed a model of brain function that shows how eye movement signals boost neural representation of objects at future gaze positions, compromising spatial accuracy. This results in the perception of details before looking at an object, making the world appear stable while eyes move.

SourcePLOS·JournalPLOS Computational Biology·DateFeb 14, 2008

Researchers find eye movement can affect problem-solving, cognition

A study by University of Illinois researchers found that eye movement can influence problem-solving success. By manipulating eye movements, participants were able to outperform control groups in solving a problem. The findings suggest that eye movements can not only reflect but also affect cognitive processes.

SourceUniversity of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, News Bureau·JournalPsychonomic Bulletin & Review·DateSep 24, 2007

Barrow researcher receives grant to study fixational eye movements

Dr. Susana Martinez-Conde and her team will record neural activity in the brain's visual areas to understand why images appear stable during fixation. They aim to determine at what level of the brain visual perception becomes stable, shedding light on this critical aspect of our visual experience.

SourceSt. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center·DateAug 22, 2007
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Sleep deprivation affects eye-steering coordination when driving

A study presented at SLEEP 2007 found that even a single night of sleep deprivation affects drivers' ability to coordinate eye movements with steering. The results suggest that sleep deprivation can lead to acute and chronic reductions in eye-steering coordination, potentially increasing the risk of accidents.

SourceAmerican Academy of Sleep Medicine·DateJun 11, 2007

Trusting your instincts leads you to the right answer

A UCL study found that relying on instincts rather than higher-level cognitive processes can lead to more accurate decisions. Participants who were given no time to think performed better, with accuracy rates of 95% compared to 70% when given over a second to scrutinize the image.

SourceUniversity College London·JournalCurrent Biology·DateJan 8, 2007
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Keep your eyes on the puck

Researchers at the University of Calgary discovered that elite goalies should focus their gaze directly on the puck to make a save. This 'Quiet Eye' phenomenon allows goalies to successfully block shots over 75% of the time.

SourceUniversity of Calgary·JournalHuman Movement Science·DateOct 26, 2006