Brain Positioning System: BPS - Science Nation

The video explores how cognitive psychologist Amy Shelton studies the brain's navigation system with support from the National Science Foundation. Using MRI technology, Shelton examines how individuals learn their environment in a virtual world, distinguishing between place learners and response learners. The research highlights different brain regions activated during learning and suggests potential applications for enhancing memory techniques and personalizing GPS systems.

Describe the difference between a place learner and a response learner.

What role does the hippocampus play in navigation according to the research?