Topic: peripersonal space

Peripersonal space (PPS) defines the portion of space where interactions between our body and the external environment more likely occur. There is no physical boundary defining the PPS with respect to the extrapersonal space, but PPS is continuously constructed by a dedicated neural system integrating external stimuli and tactile stimuli on the body, as a function of their potential interaction. This mechanism represents a primary interface between the individual and the environment. In this talk, I will present most recent evidence and highlight the current debate about the neural and computa

Introduction and Objective: The hypothesis that language-cognitive system interactions play a role in understanding domain-specific semantic terms is supported by a few neurophysiological studies, mainly on the motor cortex. Our goal was to assess if visuospatial coding affects the semantic comprehension of space-related words differently for peripersonal and extrapersonal space, and the causal role of the posterior parietal cortex (PPC).Methods: Utilizing Unity3D and Oculus Rift S, a virtual reality setup displayed 3D words at peripersonal (60 cm) and extrapersonal (120 cm) space. Participant