Hippocampal Anatomy Supports the Use of Context in Object Recognition: A Computational Model

Case ID:
UA14-134
Invention:

Inspired by hippocampal anatomy, this invention stores both objects and contexts separately in a computational framework. In addition, it allows both sets of data to influence each other which in turn allows guesses to be made about data whether given either context or object. 

 

Background:
Current options for computation for use in visual systems are based around object oriented computing. Object oriented computing is based on a hierarchical system where relationships between objects are identified and also stored in discrete levels (Kowalski). This only permits associations to be made between objects.

 

Applications:

  • Medical imaging devices


Advantages:

  • Faster and more meaningful associations between objects and contexts
  • Increased potential for basic learning capabilities
  • Increased accuracy and precision for object or context associations
Patent Information:
Contact For More Information:
Jonathan Larson
Senior Licensing Manager, College of Science
The University of Arizona
jonathanlarson@arizona.edu
Lead Inventor(s):
Jean-Marc Fellous
Patrick Greene
Mike Howard
Rajan Bhaltacharyya
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