Categorical differences in the conscious access to visual objects

The ability to consciously recognise visual objects is crucial for adaptive behaviour and survival. Conscious access to visual objects has been studied using the Attentional Blink (AB), in which two targets (T1 and T2) are embedded with visual masks in a rapid serial visual presentation (RSVP). In the AB, the ability to detect T2 is reduced when presented 200-500ms post T1. Research using functional Magnetic Resonance Imaging (fMRI) has proven...