Quotessence
Home / Quotes / Quote by Vilayanur S. Ramachandran

Quote by Vilayanur S. Ramachandran

“What do we mean by "knowledge" or "understanding"? And how do billions of neurons achieve them? These are complete mysteries. Admittedly, cognitive neuroscientists are still very vague about the exact meaning of words like "understand," "think," and indeed the word "meaning" itself.”

Quote by Vilayanur S. Ramachandran

Create image

Author

Vilayanur S. Ramachandran
Vilayanur S. Ramachandran

Vilayanur S. Ramachandran is a renowned neuroscientist known for his research in visual and tactile perception, cognitive neuroscience, and the relationship between the brain and behavior. Born in 1951, his work has had a broad impact in the field of neuroscience. more

You May Also Like

“There was something about the music on that tape. It felt different. Like, it set her lungs and her stomach on edge. There was something exciting about it, and something nervous. It made Eleanor feel like everything, like the world, wasn't what she'd thought it was. And that was a good thing. That was the greatest thing.”

WorldFeelsMadeDifferentFeltExcitingGood ThingsEdgesNervousStomachTapeLungsEleanor
Book:The Rainbow Rowell Collection: Eleanor & Park, Fangirl, Landline, and Carry On
Create image

“The bottom line in managing your emotions is that you should put others – not yourself – first in how you handle and process them. Whether you delay or display your emotions should not be for your own gratification. You should ask yourself, What does the team need? Not, What will make me feel better?”

NeedsFeelsShouldFirstsDoeAsksProcessLinesEmotionTeamBottomHandleDisplayFeel BetterDelayBottom LineGratificationMake Me Feel Better
Book:The 360 Degree Leader: Developing Your Influence from Anywhere in the Organization
Create image