The hand

Repository | Series | Book

Springer, Dordrecht

2017

192 Pages

ISBN 978-3-319-66880-2

Studies in Applied Philosophy, Epistemology and Rational Ethics
vol. 38

The hand

perception, cognition, action

Edited by

Marta Bertolaso , Nicola Di Stefano

Drawing on shared research experiences and collaborative projects, this book offers a broad and timely perspective on research on the hand and its current challenges. It especially emphasizes the interdisciplinary context in which researchers need to be trained in contemporary science. From language to psychology, from neurology to the social sciences, and from art to philosophy and religion, the chapters discuss various aspects involved in hand research and therapy. On the basis of concrete and validated case studies, they approachhand function and gestures from different perspectives – not only neurological and medical, but also philosophical, evolutionary and anthropological. By highlighting the overlaps between different areas of research, the book seeks to foster better communication between researchers, and ultimately a better understanding of hand function and its recovery. It offers essential information and inspirations for students, researchers and practitioners in the fields of psychology, epistemology, bioengineering, neuroscience, anthropology and bioethics.

Publication details

Full citation:

Bertolaso, M. , Di Stefano, N. (eds) (2017). The hand: perception, cognition, action, Springer, Dordrecht.

Table of Contents

The cognitive properties of the motor system and mirror neurons

Fogassi Leonardo

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