Frontocentral Neural Dynamics Reflect Decisions about When to Act.

  • Published In: Journal of Neuroscience, 2025, v. 45, n. 48. P. 1 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Errington, Steven P. 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on the neural dynamics involved in decision-making related to timing actions, as explored in a study by Haim et al. (2025). It discusses how the brain integrates sensory information and prior experiences to determine not only what action to take but also when to take it. The study utilized EEG recordings to investigate how participants track multiple temporal streams, revealing that the brain can reset its internal timing mechanism based on the relevance of incoming stimuli. The findings suggest a single timing mechanism rather than multiple independent clocks, providing insights into the cognitive processes that guide behavior in complex environments. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Journal of Neuroscience. 2025/11, Vol. 45, Issue 48, p1
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Health and Medicine
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:0270-6474
  • DOI:10.1523/JNEUROSCI.1290-25.2025
  • Accession Number:189718927
  • Copyright Statement:Copyright of Journal of Neuroscience is the property of Society for Neuroscience and its content may not be copied or emailed to multiple sites without the copyright holder's express written permission. Additionally, content may not be used with any artificial intelligence tools or machine learning technologies. However, users may print, download, or email articles for individual use. This abstract may be abridged. No warranty is given about the accuracy of the copy. Users should refer to the original published version of the material for the full abstract. (Copyright applies to all Abstracts.)

Looking to go deeper into this topic? Look for more articles on EBSCOhost.