033 The Receptive Field of a Ganglion Cell

In this episode, Leslie Samuel discusses the receptive field of a ganglion cell. The video begins with an overview of the eye's structure, focusing on the retina, rods, and cones. It explains how light is focused on the fovea to enhance detail vision. The concept of receptive fields in ganglion cells is introduced, highlighting how different connections between cones and ganglion cells affect the level of detail perceived. The video concludes by inviting viewers to ask questions.

What happens to the detail of vision when light is not focused on the fovea?

Describe the connection between cones, bipolar cells, and ganglion cells.

How does the receptive field of a ganglion cell affect visual detail?