Visual Cortex

The visual cortex is the area of the brain responsible for processing visual information, and research focuses on understanding its functional organization and how it represents visual input. Current studies employ deep learning models, including convolutional neural networks (CNNs) and vision transformers, often incorporating biologically-inspired mechanisms like feedback loops and self-attention, to predict and decode neural activity patterns in response to various stimuli. This research is crucial for advancing our understanding of visual perception, informing the development of more biologically plausible artificial intelligence, and potentially leading to improved diagnostic tools for neurological conditions affecting vision.