ABSTRACT

Time perception and timing are typically understood and studied independently. I will discuss a proposal to integrate time perception and timing to understand temporal aspects of consciousness. This proposal postulates a hierarchy in which time is handled differently at different levels. In line with this, we have performed a study to understand the effect of a single perceptual change on perceived time. I will present the results from this study done using Necker cube, I will also discuss how different factors like intentions, attention, and social context influence our perception of time

ABOUT THE SPEAKER

Dr. Narayanan Srinivasan is currently Professor and Head at the Department of Cognitive Science, IIT Kanpur. He worked at the Centre of Behavioral and Cognitive Sciences, University of Allahabad for 17 years. He studies mental processes, especially consciousness, attention, emotions, and decision making using multiple methodologies. Dr. Srinivasan is a fellow of Association for Psychological Science, National Academy of Psychology (India), and Psychonomic Society.