PLoS One June 2017 PMID 27959914

Learning New Sensorimotor Contingencies: Effects of Long-Term Use of Sensory Augmentation on the Brain and Conscious Perception.

Sabine U König, Frank Schumann, Johannes Keyser, Caspar Goeke, Carina Krause, Susan Wache, Aleksey Lytochkin, Manuel Ebert, Vincent Brunsch, Basil Wahn, Kai Kaspar, Saskia K Nagel, Tobias Meilinger, Heinrich Bülthoff, Thomas Wolbers

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The overall sentiment reflects a positive attitude towards the research, with comments like 'summarizes physiological effects' and mentions of the device providing North orientation, which shows interest and some engagement. The tone is informal and approving, suggesting an appreciation of the study's implications without deep technical critique.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most posts acknowledge the relevance and significance of the research, with some expressing approval or curiosity, indicated by phrases like 'like you would expect' and positive summaries.

InterestHigh interest

The majority of discussions show high engagement with the topic, especially through mentions of the sensory device and references to the research summary, reflecting curiosity and enthusiasm.

EngagementModerate engagement

Posts include brief reviews and reactions, some referencing the methodology or implications, demonstrating a moderate level of engagement rather than deep analysis.

ImpactModerate impact

There is a recognition that the study's findings could influence understanding of brain plasticity and sensory perception, though the discussions are relatively surface-level and mainly exploratory.

Abstract in brief

The study explores how mastering new sensorimotor contingencies, like learning to navigate using a sensor device, can lead to changes in brain activity and perception, supporting theories of embodied cognition.
Using an innovative device called the feelSpace belt that provides magnetic north orientation through tactile signals, participants trained for seven weeks, resulting in neural changes in areas related to sensing and navigation, and altered perceptions and trust in their navigational skills.
EEG and fMRI data indicate that training influences sleep patterns, activates motor and sensory brain regions, and enhances sensorimotor processing, demonstrating that long-term sensory augmentation can effectively change brain function and conscious perception.]

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Sensorimotor Adaptation and Brain Changes from Sensory Augmentation Belt

This video discusses how long-term use of the feelSpace navigation belt influences brain activity and perception, highlighting neural changes, sensory processing, and improved navigation skills through sensorimotor…

feelSpace · May 15, 2016 8,522 views

Long-Term Effects of Sensory Augmentation on Brain and Perception

This video presents research on how mastering new sensorimotor contingencies through devices like the feelSpace belt can induce brain changes and alter perception. It highlights findings from EEG and fMRI studies…

feelSpace · May 15, 2016 2,144 views

livecitizen

@livecitizen1 · X

RT @feelSpaceBelt: This paper https://t.co/GSiSK4NS8S summariizes physiological effects from participants loving the experience with the co…

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Kording Lab

@KordingLab · X

@CJHandmer Like you would expect something like this no? https://t.co/tQJLv0VKEZ

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The vOICe vision BCI

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