The Functional Diversity Of Mammalian Touch Receptors
January 2016
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Columbia Academic Commons (Columbia University)
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TLDR Mammalian touch receptors have evolved to detect different features, enhancing our ability to perform various tasks and interact socially.
The document explored the evolution and functional diversity of mammalian touch receptors, emphasizing their critical role in various human activities, from basic tasks to complex social interactions. It highlighted the work of Maximillian von Frey, who suggested that the morphological diversity of neural endings in the skin indicates functional specificity. The study examined how the diverse structures and organization of touch receptors contribute to the skin's somatosensory functions, enhancing our ability to perceive different features of objects through touch.
