Huberman Lab

Dr. Eddie Chang: The Science of Learning & Speaking Languages

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Oct 24, 2022
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Eddie Chang
Dr. Eddie Chang, a neurosurgeon and professor at UCSF, dives deep into the fascinating intersection of language, speech, and brain function. He discusses cutting-edge technology that decodes speech to help patients regain communication, particularly those affected by paralysis. Chang explores the impact of neuroplasticity on language acquisition in infants and how digital advancements are reshaping our understanding of communication. He also sheds light on bilingualism, emotional expression through language, and the surprising effects of strokes on speech.
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INSIGHT

Sound's Impact on Brain Development

  • Early exposure to diverse sounds shapes the developing brain's auditory cortex.
  • Raising rat pups in white noise delayed auditory cortex maturation, suggesting sound patterns influence critical periods.
ADVICE

White Noise and Infant Development

  • Consider the potential impact of white noise on infants' auditory development.
  • Explore alternative soothing sounds that possess structure and promote healthy brain development.
ANECDOTE

Awake Brain Surgeries

  • Eddie Chang witnessed awake brain surgeries where language was mapped.
  • This sparked his interest in speech and language, observing real-time brain function.
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