Gateway To The Mind (1958)

Part of the Bell Science Series. The program explores the human senses, referencing Aristotle’s early work on sensory perception. It discusses how senses like sight, hearing, taste, touch, and smell operate through a network of nerve cells that transmit electrical impulses to the brain. Various examples illustrate how these senses function, including the roles of specific brain areas in interpreting sensory information. The program also touches on the evolutionary development of senses in animals compared to humans, emphasizing the unique cognitive abilities of humans. It concludes with insights into how sensory experiences are recorded in the brain, influencing memory and perception.

Keywords
human senses, Aristotle, sensory perception, nerve cells, electrical impulses, brain function, cognitive abilities, evolutionary development, memory, perception

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