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Conceptual representations in mind and brain

Theoretical developments, current evidence and future directions

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ID23380577
AuthorsMarkus Kiefer (0000-0001-5189-4364, Universität Ulm, corresponding author), Friedemann Pulvermüller (0000-0003-3210-7112, MRC Cognition and Brain Sciences Unit)
Year2012
Volume48
Issue7
Pages805-825
Publication date2012-07-01
Peer ReviewedYes
Open AccessYes
TypeARTICLE
VenueCortex (JOURNAL)
Journal identifiersISSN: 0010-9452 • E-ISSN: 0010-9452
PublisherElsevier BV (PUBLISHER)
DOI10.1016/j.cortex.2011.04.006
PMID21621764
OpenAlexW2061982926
LanguageEN
Citations received84
References cited146

Action (physics) · Amodal perception · Cognitive psychology · Cognitive science · Concept learning · Conceptual framework · Conceptual system · Epistemology · Modality (human–computer interaction) · Perception · Sensory system · Action Observation and Synchronization · Artificial Intelligence · Computer Science · Neural and Behavioral Psychology Studies · Neurobiology of Language and Bilingualism · Neuroscience · Psychology

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