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 Experiment Videos

Phenomenon of sight

V B Whitaker

    Seminars in Perioperative Nursing
    |October 1, 1995
    PubMed
    Summary
    This summary is machine-generated.

    The human eye, though small, is intricately linked to brain function, with a third of the cerebral cortex dedicated to vision. Its symbolic and artistic significance highlights its profound impact on human perception and expression.

    Related Concept Videos

    You might also read

    Related Articles

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

    Sort by
    Same author

    Glaucoma: what the ophthalmic nurse should know.

    Insight (American Society of Ophthalmic Registered Nurses)·2002
    Same author

    Glaucoma: what the nurse practitioner should know.

    Nurse practitioner forum·1998
    Same author

    Ophthalmic nursing research--the last frontier.

    Insight (American Society of Ophthalmic Registered Nurses)·1993
    Same author

    Everybody, somebody and nobody.

    Insight (American Society of Ophthalmic Registered Nurses)·1993
    Same author

    The technical presentation.

    Insight (American Society of Ophthalmic Registered Nurses)·1992
    Same author

    Organization--the key for a successful presentation.

    Insight (American Society of Ophthalmic Registered Nurses)·1992
    Same journal

    An overview of advanced practice nurses.

    Seminars in perioperative nursing·2004
    Same journal

    Learning style theories: matching preceptors, learners, and teaching strategies in the perioperative setting.

    Seminars in perioperative nursing·2004
    Same journal

    Bioterrorism: an overview.

    Seminars in perioperative nursing·2004
    Same journal

    Evidence for opioid variability, Part 2: Psychosocial influences.

    Seminars in perioperative nursing·2004
    Same journal

    Return to Bangka Island.

    Seminars in perioperative nursing·2004
    Same journal

    Composition and performance of a small resuscitation team in a deployed military hospital.

    Seminars in perioperative nursing·2004
    See all related articles

    Area of Science:

    • Ophthalmology and Neuroscience
    • Neuroscience of Vision
    • Symbolism and Art History

    Background:

    • The eye is a small but vital organ central to human perception.
    • Visual functions are extensively processed in the brain, engaging a significant portion of the cerebral cortex.
    • The eye holds deep symbolic meaning across cultures and throughout history.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To explore the intricate relationship between the eye and the brain's visual processing centers.
    • To examine the multifaceted significance of the eye in art, spirituality, and literature.
    • To understand how the eye contributes to realism and perception in various forms of expression.

    Main Methods:

    • Review of neuroscientific literature on visual pathways and cortical representation.

    Related Experiment Videos

  • Analysis of historical and cultural texts discussing the symbolism of the eye.
  • Examination of artistic works and literary pieces featuring the eye as a motif.

    • Main Results:

    • The visual cortex, comprising about one-third of the cerebral cortex, is dedicated to processing visual information.
    • The eye's representation in art and literature often symbolizes truth, insight, and the human soul.
    • The symbolic and functional aspects of the eye are deeply intertwined with human experience.

    Conclusions:

    • The eye's profound connection to the brain underscores its biological importance.
    • The enduring symbolic and artistic relevance of the eye highlights its cultural significance.
    • Understanding the eye's role offers insights into perception, cognition, and human expression.