Title: How experience shapes the neural systems supporting language and reading de velopment
Abstract: What are the neurobiological/genetic systems that support the development of language and literacy? How\, when\, and why can the env ironment change these systems? Using the latest tools of cognitive science\ , including fNIRS and s/fMRI neuroimaging\, genetics\, and behavioural stud ies\, we can track the development of neural systems that make possible our species' capacity for language\, and in turn\, reading. However\, differen ces in the child’s early environment can change these neural systems. This talk highlights the intricate connections between biology and environment d uring development\, including (1) the impact of specific genes on the struc tural and functional development of the brain\, and (2) the impact of child hood experiences (e.g.\, bilingualism\, exposure to poverty and adversity\, variable educational quality) on how the developing brain discovers langua ge and learns to read. Together\, these complementary research areas provid e new insights into the organization and development of the linguistic brai n.
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