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Interests: Scientific learning and Psychology. For example: 'Information-encapsulated, mandatory operation. Mechanically attribute sensory features (direct representation, not inferential). Modules: Domain-specific internationally encapsulated mandatory operation. Properties: Fast operation, shallow output, predictable development, specific breakdown, fixed neural architecture. Advantages of modular processing. Integrated into our stream of consciousness. Central system. Domain general. Isotopic principle each event is uniquely represented. Quinean Principle. Any information might be relevant in assessing the validity of a particular belief state. Capacity limited: Serial processing. Modularity Hypothesis. Localisation of function. Language areas. Modular: Non-sensory modules. Brocas not solely productive failures. Brocas Aphasia acquired problems with syntax comprehension as well as production. Acquired problem with syntax Vernekes is receptive aphasia for production and language-specific portions of the brain fundamental to brain A case study in biological v experiential knowledge. A special case of Autism. What is a quote that inspires you? Scientific Theory: 'Local colour contrast. Foster and Nascimento's 1994 theory: Elegant account of how illumination dependent colour constancy works in relatively simple visual environments. Effects of familiarity: Colour constancy is influenced by our knowledge of the familiar colours of objects of familiarity'.