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Mark Changizi

    Mark Changizi je kognitivní vědec, který zkoumá, jak lidská mysl evolučně vznikla a jakým způsobem se projevuje v kultuře a technologii. Jeho práce se zabývá propojením lidského poznání s přírodními principy, přičemž zkoumá, jak se přirozené procesy odrazily ve vývoji jazyka, hudby a vizuálního vnímání. Changiziho přístup nabízí svěží pohled na to, jak naše kognitivní schopnosti formovaly svět kolem nás a jak nás tento svět nadále ovlivňuje. Prostřednictvím svých knih a esejů přibližuje komplexní vědecké koncepty poutavým a přístupným způsobem, čímž čtenáře vybízí k hlubšímu zamyšlení nad podstatou lidské existence a evoluce.

    Expressly Human
    Harnessed: How Language and Music Mimicked Nature and Transformed Ape to Man
    The Vision Revolution: How the Latest Research Overturns Everything We Thought We Knew about Human Vision
    • 2022

      "Expressly Human introduces an original theory that explains, from first principles, how the broad range of emotional expressions evolved, and provides a Rosetta Stone for human communication. It will revolutionize the way you see every social interaction, from deciding who gets the last slice of pizza to multimillion-dollar business negotiations, and change your definition of what makes us human"-- Provided by publisher

      Expressly Human
    • 2011

      Exploring the origins of human communication, this book argues that our ability to understand speech is not merely an evolutionary trait but a design that reflects the sounds of nature. Cognitive scientist Mark Changizi reveals how our brains are wired to interpret these natural sounds, a skill developed long before language itself. He also connects the roots of music to these same natural patterns, suggesting that both speech and music are deeply intertwined with the auditory landscape that has shaped mammalian evolution.

      Harnessed: How Language and Music Mimicked Nature and Transformed Ape to Man
    • 2010

      Exploring the intricacies of human vision, Mark Changizi delves into four key areas, offering insights into why we possess specific visual abilities. The book is enriched with full-color illustrations that clarify complex concepts, making it accessible to both casual readers and science enthusiasts. By challenging widely held beliefs about sight, it presents fresh perspectives based on the latest research in the field, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the science behind vision.

      The Vision Revolution: How the Latest Research Overturns Everything We Thought We Knew about Human Vision