The brain basis of language processing: from structure to function.

Angela D Friederici

October 2011

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The overall tone indicates a balanced interest, with examples such as references to neural fiber tracts and distinctions between language and movement systems, demonstrating engagement with both the scientific content and its broader implications. The mention of how different brain regions support language and how neural pathways relate to AI highlight the significant impact of the study on current understanding and technological applications.

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Most discussions acknowledge the insights from the publication, especially about neural structures involved in language, with some referencing related studies and methods.

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Participants show a moderate level of curiosity, particularly around how brain pathways and networks relate to language and cognitive functions.

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Posts reflect thoughtful engagement, citing specific studies and raising questions about practical implications, indicating a genuine interest in understanding and expanding upon the research.

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The discussions suggest that the publication is influential in shaping perspectives on language processing, with mentions of neural pathways and relevance to AI, implying a meaningful contribution to the field.

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  • Zhiqiang Sha (@zhiqiangsha.bsky.social)
    @sha_zhiqiang (Twitter)

    @FangChengYeh I guess some studies have revealed the contribution of ventral and dorsal pathways (fiber tracts) to language function, e.g., (https://t.co/4YBVkDE3OQ and https://t.co/sQ791f6c3X)
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    March 19, 2025

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  • Chris Kilmurray
    @Point1_Athletic (Twitter)

    Language systems and movement systems within the brain are quite distinct. Probably why it's hard to really describe movement & why AI/computers find making the right cheese moves easy in content but the actually moving of the pieces they find hard. https://t.co/sbIocuCSz9
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    March 27, 2023

  • Pranab Ghosh
    @pkghosh99 (Twitter)

    Transformer in DL is considered the defacto solution for language processing. For a wider perspective and an appreciation of the complex processing that the brain performs, here is a paper that has identified neural structures in…https://t.co/Q4pgM6LaLV https://t.co/XaduCxmJcx
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    November 28, 2022

  • Asutosh Biswal
    @asutoshbaba (Twitter)

    Could picking up a pair of pliers improve your language skills? It seems a strange question ??? https://t.co/lqDv6j1Prz
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    November 12, 2021

  • Andy Xor
    @andy_xor (Twitter)

    Friederici, A. D. (2011). The brain basis of language processing: from structure to function. Physiological reviews, 91(4), 1357-1392.https://t.co/jpzNXuls74
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    March 18, 2021

Abstract Synopsis

  • The study of language processing in the brain has advanced a lot, showing that specific regions in the left and right hemispheres support different language functions, with certain networks involved in syntax (structure) and semantics (meaning).
  • Research indicates that syntax primarily involves left-lateralized networks in the temporal and frontal areas, while semantic processes are less lateralized and involve temporofrontal regions; electrophysiological data suggest syntax building happens before understanding grammatical and semantic relations.
  • Processing of prosodic features (like tone and intonation) mainly occurs in the right hemisphere's temporofrontal network, with the corpus callosum playing a key role in integrating syntactic and prosodic information during language comprehension.]