Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Conservation of Protein Domains Over Different Proteins02:26

Conservation of Protein Domains Over Different Proteins

14.6K
Protein domains are small structurally independent units that are part of a single amino acid chain.  Although these domains are often structurally independent, they may rely on synergistic effects to perform their functions as part of a larger protein. Protein domains may be conserved within the same organism, as well as across different organisms.
A limited set of protein domains often duplicate and recombine during evolution. These domains can be organized in different combinations to...
14.6K
Catalytically Perfect Enzymes01:07

Catalytically Perfect Enzymes

5.1K
The theory of catalytically perfect enzymes was first proposed by W.J. Albery and J. R. Knowles in 1976. These enzymes catalyze biochemical reactions at high-speed. Their catalytic efficiency values range from 108-109 M-1s-1. These enzymes are also called 'diffusion-controlled' as the only rate-limiting step in the catalysis is that of the substrate diffusion into the active site. Examples include triose phosphate isomerase, fumarase, and superoxide dismutase.
 
Most enzymes...
5.1K
Membrane Domains01:18

Membrane Domains

7.2K
The membrane domains concentrate specific lipids and proteins at one place within the membrane, which helps in cell signaling, adhesion, and other critical cellular processes. These domains can differ in size, composition, function, and lifespan.
Protein Domains
The membrane comprises a group of distinct proteins responsible for carrying out a cell's specific function. For example, the plasma membrane of the human sperm, or a single germ cell, contains a unique set of proteins in the...
7.2K
Three Developmental Domains01:29

Three Developmental Domains

1.1K
Human development is typically examined across three main domains: physical, cognitive, and socio-emotional. These domains represent the significant areas of change and continuity throughout the lifespan, from infancy to late adulthood.
Physical Development
Physical processes, also known as maturation, encompass the biological changes that occur across an individual's life. These changes begin with genetic inheritance and continue through various stages, including growth in height and weight,...
1.1K
Three-Domain System of Life01:21

Three-Domain System of Life

1.2K
Ribosomal RNA (rRNA) sequence analysis revealed three distinct groups of cells: eukaryotes, bacteria, and archaea. In 1978, Carl R. Woese proposed the concept of domains, a taxonomic level above kingdoms, to differentiate these groups. He suggested that archaea and bacteria, despite their similar appearance, represent separate domains. Domains differ in rRNA, membrane lipid structure, transfer RNA, and antibiotic sensitivity.In this classification, animals, plants, and fungi belong to the...
1.2K
Conservation of Protein Domains02:26

Conservation of Protein Domains

4.1K
4.1K

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

Effects of a novel individualized digital cognitive training on ADHD characteristics, quality of life, and cognitive functioning in adults with ADHD: A randomized controlled trial.

Journal of psychiatric research·2026
Same author

The Differential Association Between Background Versus Foreground Media Exposure and Child Sleep Outcomes.

Academic pediatrics·2026
Same author

Speaking of Screens: Longitudinal Associations Between the Home Media and Home Language Environment During Early Childhood.

Infancy : the official journal of the International Society on Infant Studies·2026
Same author

YouTube Viewing and Content Quality in Toddlers.

Infancy : the official journal of the International Society on Infant Studies·2026
Same author

Open cavotomy for retrieval of inferior vena cava cement embolism after cement-augmented spinal fusion.

Journal of vascular surgery cases and innovative techniques·2026
Same author

Temporal associations between parents' daily reports of media motivations, infant affect, and parenting behavior.

Developmental psychology·2026

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Feb 4, 2026

Intubation-mediated Intratracheal IMIT Instillation: A Noninvasive, Lung-specific Delivery System
08:00

Intubation-mediated Intratracheal IMIT Instillation: A Noninvasive, Lung-specific Delivery System

Published on: November 17, 2014

25.4K

Only domain-specific imitation practice makes imitation perfect.

Francys Subiaul1, Eric M Patterson2, Laura Zimmermann3

  • 1Department of Speech and Hearing Science, The George Washington University, Washington, DC 20052, USA; Department of Anthropology, Center for the Advanced Study of Human Paleobiology, The George Washington University, Washington, DC 20052, USA; Institute for Neuroscience and Mind-Brain Institute, The George Washington University, USA.

Journal of Experimental Child Psychology
|September 28, 2018
PubMed
Summary

Preschoolers’ spatial imitation skills improved significantly only with specific spatial practice, not general learning. This suggests imitation relies on specialized mechanisms interacting with general social cognition.

Keywords:
Cognitive DevelopmentImitationInterventionLearningSocial CognitionSocial LearningSpatial ImitationTrial-and-Error Learning

More Related Videos

Examining Recall Memory in Infancy and Early Childhood Using the Elicited Imitation Paradigm
06:35

Examining Recall Memory in Infancy and Early Childhood Using the Elicited Imitation Paradigm

Published on: April 28, 2016

35.4K
Immunization of Alpacas Lama pacos with Protein Antigens and Production of Antigen-specific Single Domain Antibodies
05:27

Immunization of Alpacas Lama pacos with Protein Antigens and Production of Antigen-specific Single Domain Antibodies

Published on: January 26, 2019

24.6K

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: Feb 4, 2026

Intubation-mediated Intratracheal IMIT Instillation: A Noninvasive, Lung-specific Delivery System
08:00

Intubation-mediated Intratracheal IMIT Instillation: A Noninvasive, Lung-specific Delivery System

Published on: November 17, 2014

25.4K
Examining Recall Memory in Infancy and Early Childhood Using the Elicited Imitation Paradigm
06:35

Examining Recall Memory in Infancy and Early Childhood Using the Elicited Imitation Paradigm

Published on: April 28, 2016

35.4K
Immunization of Alpacas Lama pacos with Protein Antigens and Production of Antigen-specific Single Domain Antibodies
05:27

Immunization of Alpacas Lama pacos with Protein Antigens and Production of Antigen-specific Single Domain Antibodies

Published on: January 26, 2019

24.6K

Area of Science:

  • Cognitive Development
  • Developmental Psychology
  • Social Learning

Background:

  • Imitation is a fundamental human learning mechanism.
  • Debate exists whether imitation relies on specialized cognitive mechanisms or general learning processes.
  • Understanding imitation's mechanisms is crucial for developmental psychology.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate whether specialized mechanisms or general learning processes underpin imitation in preschoolers.
  • To differentiate the effects of specific spatial imitation practice versus general learning on imitation performance.
  • To test the hypothesis that imitation involves both general social cognitive and specialized imitation mechanisms.

Main Methods:

  • Preschoolers (3-4 years) were assigned to four practice groups: Spatial Imitation, Item Imitation, Trial-and-Error, and Free Play control.
  • Participants were tested on novel spatial imitation sequences before and after practice phases.
  • Practice involved different learning conditions, including joint attention, vicarious encoding, copying, and operant learning.

Main Results:

  • Only the Spatial Imitation practice group showed significant improvement in novel spatial imitation compared to the control group.
  • Individual spatial trial-and-error practice did not yield significant improvements.
  • Item imitation practice showed intermediate effects, suggesting a partial contribution of general learning.

Conclusions:

  • Results challenge the notion that general learning processes solely support imitation.
  • Findings support a mosaic model where general social cognition (natural pedagogy) and specialized imitation mechanisms interact.
  • Imitation performance is enhanced by the additive interaction of these distinct, yet complementary, mechanisms.