Salmelin, R.
Brain Research Unit, Low Temperature Laboratory, Aalto University, School of Science and Technology, Finland
The combination of excellent temporal and good spatial accuracy of
magnetoencephalography (MEG) allows real-time tracking of cortical
dynamics. The talk will begin with an overview of time-resolved brain
imaging of language perception (written and spoken word processing) and
production (picture naming) in adults and then touch upon language
development, in form of studies on language perception in school-aged
children. Building on this knowledge, the talk will then address cortical
dynamics of language learning in adults. The presentation will close with
consideration of the relationship between electrophysiological (MEG) and
haemodynamic (functional magnetic resonance imaging, fMRI) markers of
language perception and production.