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 EVER
SIT AND MARVEL at the efforts of a small
child as they try to squeeze themselves into
a toy car or try to sit in doll-sized furniture?
Don’t worry, this behavior is common
in children 18 to 30 months old, according
to a study led by Judy DeLoache, a U.Va.
professor of psychology. The lack of discrimination
in the size of objects may reflect immaturity
in the interaction of two brain systems — one
for visually recognizing objects and the
other for perception of object size, said
DeLoache. One study participant, a 24-month-old
boy (left), attempts to stick
his foot in a small Cozy Coupe car, thinking
that
he
can
get inside, as he says “In!” repeatedly. Full
story.
U.Va.
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Outstanding
leadership and dedication to the field of neurosurgery
has earned Dr. John A. Jane Sr., chairman of
U.Va.’s department of neurological surgery,
the highest honor granted by the American Association
of Neurological Surgeons. Jane was recently awarded
the 2004 Cushing Medal in honor of his distinguished
service. Jane’s clinical interests and
research include head injury, spine disorders
and pediatrics. Full
story.
U.Va.
Health System
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 Many
computer users probably take the ease of
information technology for granted. But making
technology
user-friendly involves lots of behind-the-scenes
work. The more time and effort expended in the
creation of a new technology, the easier it will
be for someone to use, according to Mike Morris,
an assistant professor in U.Va.’s McIntire
School of Commerce. Full
story.
McIntire.now
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