Models of lexical retrieval for both perception and production have contributed significantly to our understanding of the relationship between the brain and language. They give insight into how the lexicon is structured in terms of where words are stored. They show the most effective (quickest) pathways that lead from stimulus (audio or visual speech input) to target (the intended word being … [Read more...]

Have you ever considered the why people who speak with a foreign accent are sometimes quite difficult to understand? Or why one might mistake a young child’s whining for a cat’s meow? Maybe you have been surprised to realize that the lyrics to one of your favorite songs were not at all what you thought you had been hearing for years? The process of recognizing speech is fascinating, … [Read more...]