We are always living nearly one-half second in the past. Now, it isn’t surprising that there is some delay between an event and our becoming aware of it. This is the normal unfolding of cause and effect. And this might not be a concern if we were just passive spectators, watching the world unfold before us like a film. But given that we must also respond to events, neuroscientist David Eagleman wonders, will you perceive the event that kills you?
Just How Slow is Your Perception?
We are always living nearly one-half second in the past. Now, it isn’t surprising that there is some delay between an event and our becoming aware of it. This is the normal unfolding of cause and effect. And this might not be a concern if we were just passive spectators, watching the world unfold before us like a film. But given that we must also respond to events, neuroscientist David Eagleman wonders, will you perceive the event that kills you?