Paper
Should we reject the expertise hypothesis?
Published May 1, 2007 · I. Gauthier, Cindy M. Bukach
Cognition
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Highly CitedStudy Snapshot
Key takeawayThe expertise hypothesis has strong positive evidence supporting its validity, outweighing null results and highlighting the need for future research on the role of experience in visual cortex specialization.
PopulationOlder adults (50-71 years)
Sample size24
MethodsObservational
OutcomesBody Mass Index projections
ResultsSocial networks mitigate obesity in older groups.
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