Crystal (eye) ball: Study says visual system equipped with 'future seeing powers'
Thursday, May 15, 2008 - 11:35
in Psychology & Sociology
Catching a football. Maneuvering through a room full of people. Jumping out of the way when a golfer yells “fore.” Most would agree these seemingly simple actions require us to perceive and quickly respond to a situation. Assistant Professor of Cognitive Science at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Mark Changizi argues they require something more—our ability to foresee the future.