Jeff Hawkins on Reference Frame Transformation in the Thalamus - January 25th, 2021
Channel: Numenta
Date: 2021-01-27

Jeff Hawkins explores the relationship between the thalamus and the neocortex. He also examines whether reference frame transformation can occur in the thalamus. He first gives an overview of the Thousand Brains Theory, specifically how reference frame transformation happens in the brain. He then explores cortex feedforward pathways. Jeff proposes that the anatomy and physiology of the thalamus suggests that thalamocortical relay cells might be implementing a multiplexor. Lastly, he discusses a few issues about the theory and the team gives various perspectives and ideas.
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