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Tiny eye movements, known as microsaccades, are linked to rapid shifts in visual neuron sensitivity. This suggests a connection between eye control and how we process visual information.

Area of Science:

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  • Vision Science

Background:

  • Human vision relies on continuous eye movements.
  • Microsaccades are small, involuntary eye movements during fixation.
  • The functional role of microsaccades in visual processing remains debated.

Purpose of the Study:

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Main Methods:

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