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All vertebrates are apparently symmetrical in their anatomical external structure. Many internal organs also display apparent symmetrical organization, especially in the brain. This leads us to also expect symmetry in brain functions, such as in behavior and perception. However, upon closer inspection, such symmetry is only superficial. The most relevant example of this is the hand/limb preference, which has been documented in many animals other than humans. Is this asymmetry due to internal conditions or is it determined by external factors? Does this asymmetry in turn provoke other side differences in perception and behavior?

In this webinar “Symmetry and Asymmetry in Brain Behavior and Perception”, we will analyze symmetry and asymmetry in animals’ and humans’ behavior and perception. Since these functions are strictly related to each other, being the result of an internal drive and a sensory modulation, it is important to try to elucidate which comes first, i.e., if asymmetrical behavior can be generated by asymmetrical perception, and how; or vice versa, if asymmetrical perception follows asymmetrical behavior.

The following experts will be present and talk:

• Prof. Dr. Mara Fabri, Department of Life and Environmental Sciences, Marche Polytechnic University (Università Politecnica delle Marche), Ancona, Italy
• Prof. Dr. Reuven Yosef, Ben Gurion University of the Negev, Eilat Campus, Eilat, Israel | Tel Aviv University, George S. Weiss Dept. of Zoology, Ramat Gan, Israel
• Dr. Elisa Frasnelli, CIMeC - Center for Mind/Brain Sciences, University of Trento, Italy

https://symmetry-6.sciforum.net/