Positron emission tomography (PET) and functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI)
have been extensively used to explore the functional neuroanatomy of cognitive functions …

Neuronal circuits in the brain are shaped by experience during'critical periods' in early
postnatal life. In the primary visual cortex, this activity-dependent development is triggered …

The tribological behaviour of NiCrBSi plasma spray coatings partially melted by laser was
investigated. Partial melting provides dual property surface coatings: melted areas, with a …

The fifth edition of this bestselling book provides a comprehensive introduction to
bilingualism and bilingual education. In a compact and clear style, its 19 chapters cover all …

Recent years have seen rapid growth in the numbers of children being taught foreign
languages at younger ages. While course books aimed at young learners are appearing on …

" Bilingualism in Development explores language and cognitive development in bilingual
children, focusing on the preschool years. It begins by defining what we mean by …

This updated and revised edition of Hamers and Blanc's successful textbook presents state-
of-the-art knowledge about languages in contact from individual bilingualism (or bilinguality) …

Learn how the brain processes mathematical concepts and why some students develop
math anxiety! David A. Sousa discusses the cognitive mechanisms for learning mathematics …

Purpose To develop a reliable and valid questionnaire of bilingual language status with
predictable relationships between self-reported and behavioral measures. Method In Study …

Many words and expressions are viewed as' taboo', such as those used to describe sex, our
bodies and their functions, and those used to insult other people. This 2006 book provides a …