Advances in Birds' Neural Mechanisms
A special issue of Animals (ISSN 2076-2615). This special issue belongs to the section "Birds".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 August 2026 | Viewed by 283
Editors
Interests: neural networks
Interests: brain-computer interface; neural decoding and regulation; machine learning
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
This Special Issue focuses on "Advances in Birds' Neural Mechanisms." Avian species have long fascinated scientists and enthusiasts alike with their outstanding cognitive capacities. These range from intricate problem-solving skills, enabling them to navigate complex environments and obtain food, as well as to dynamic social behaviors that facilitate group living and cooperation.
The neural substrates that underlie these remarkable abilities are a treasure trove of knowledge. They offer a unique window into the intricate mechanics of cognition and the broader evolutionary trajectories of intelligence across different species. Electrophysiological techniques, which capture the electrical activities within the bird brain, have emerged as powerful tools, allowing us to observe how neural circuits operate during various cognitive processes.
This Special Issue aims to further decode the complex interplay between avian neural mechanisms and their manifest behaviors. It seeks submissions on neural mechanisms of learning, spatial navigation, sensory processing, decision making, working memory, social cognition, and emotion regulation. Through this comprehensive exploration, we hope to significantly advance the field of avian cognitive neuroscience.
Prof. Dr. Zhigang Shang
Guest Editor
Dr. Mengmeng Li
Dr. Lifang Yang
Guest Editor Assistants
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Keywords
- avian neural mechanisms
- electrophysiological techniques
- neuronal activity
- avian intelligence
- spatial navigation
- cognition and decision-making
- sensory processing
- working memory
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