Ventral stream

Definition

The ventral stream is a pathway in the brain's visual cortex that processes visual information related to object identification and recognition. It is often referred to as the "what pathway" because it specializes in determining what objects are, based on their attributes like color, texture, shape, and size.

Related terms

Dorsal Stream:

A pathway in the brain's visual cortex that processes spatial awareness and movement, known as the "where/how pathway."

Visual Cortex:

The part of the cerebral cortex responsible for processing visual information received from the eyes.

Object Recognition: A process involving the identification and categorization of objects within one's field of vision