location-invariant neuron

any of various neurons located in extrastriate visual areas, particularly those in the inferotemporal cortex, that respond regardless of the location of a stimulus in the receptive field. Because the receptive fields in these areas are so large, a stimulus may be located almost anywhere in the visual field. Many of these cells are also size-invariant neurons, which respond when presented with a particular object, regardless of its size.

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Psychology term of the day

May 8th 2024

divergent thinking

creative thinking in which an individual solves a problem or reaches a decision using strategies that deviate from commonly used or previously taught strategies. This term is often used synonymously with lateral thinking. Compare convergent thinking. [defined in 1967 by Joy Paul Guilford]