Analysis of Central Nervous System Involvement in the Microwave Auditory Effect.

Abstract

Nine cats were prepared for the recording of potentials in three brain sites evoked by acoustic and microwave stimuli. Loci in which potentials were observed were eighth cranial nerve, medial geniculate nucleus and primary auditory cortex. The effect of cochlear disablement on these potentials was evaluated. Potentials at all sites were abolished by cochlear damage. There were no differences between acoustic and microwave stimuli in this regard. Data are interpreted as supporting the contention that the microwave auditory effect is mediated at the periphery as are the effects of conventional acoustic stimuli.

Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jan 01, 1974
Accession Number
ADA007581

Entities

People

  • Bonnie T. Ashleman
  • Eugene M. Taylor

Organizations

  • University of Washington

Tags

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Anatomy
  • Biological Sciences
  • Boundaries
  • Central Nervous System
  • Cranial Nerves
  • Microwaves
  • Nervous System

Fields of Study

  • Psychology

Readers

  • Auditory Neuroscience/Auditory Physiology.
  • Neuroscience