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Understanding Personal Space and Neuron Activity
23:11 - 29:22 (06:10)
Research suggests that personal space is not simply limited to our physical boundaries but is influenced by neuron activity. Rory J. Bufacci and Gian Domenico Iannetti argue that personal space is more complex than previously thought, with neurons responding to even slight changes in spatial relationships.
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Researchers have discovered a mechanism to prevent the hands' and face's personal space (PPS) from merging, despite neurons being able to fire if an object is moved closer.
23:11 - 25:01 (01:49)
Neuroscience
Summary
Researchers have discovered a mechanism to prevent the hands' and face's personal space (PPS) from merging, despite neurons being able to fire if an object is moved closer. The mechanism was discovered by Rory Bufacci and his team in 2018.
ChapterUnderstanding Personal Space and Neuron Activity
EpisodePeripersonal Space: Humans’ Got Talent
PodcastStuff You Should Know
The concept of personal space is more nuanced than previously thought, and a former NASA intern recounts a story about a Soviet astronaut who was left stranded in space.
25:01 - 29:22 (04:20)
Personal Space, Soviet Space Travel
Summary
The concept of personal space is more nuanced than previously thought, and a former NASA intern recounts a story about a Soviet astronaut who was left stranded in space.