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Dr. E.J. Chichilnisky: How the Brain Works, Curing Blindness & How to Navigate a Career Path

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Multitasking: Optic Nerve vs. Texting and Driving

The brain can effectively multitask when processing different types of signals simultaneously, like driving while having a hands-free phone conversation. This is because different parts of the brain handle the visual input from the road and the auditory input from the conversation separately. However, reading texts while driving is highly dangerous, as it distracts the visual system from detecting potential threats on the road, increasing the risk of accidents and harm.

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