Recent years have seen the publication of a range of new theories suggesting that the basis
of dyslexia might be sensory dysfunction. In this Opinion article, the evidence for and against …

Although a growing literature points to substantial variation in speech/language abilities
related to individual differences in musical abilities, mainstream models of communication …

The Dyslexia Debate examines how we use the term" dyslexia" and questions its efficacy as
a diagnosis. While many believe that a diagnosis of dyslexia will shed light on a reader's …

Neural coding by brain oscillations is a major focus in neuroscience, with important
implications for dyslexia research. Here, I argue that an oscillatory 'temporal …

Over the past decade, fluent reading has come to be seen as a central component of skilled
reading and a driving force in the literacy curriculum. However, much of this focus has …

Language is typically viewed as fundamental to human intelligence. Music, while
recognized as a human universal, is often treated as an ancillary ability–one dependent on …

Introduction Rhythm organises musical events into patterns and forms, and rhythm
perception in music is usually studied by using metrical tasks. Metrical structure also plays …

All human infants acquire language, but their brains do not know which language/s to
prepare for. This observation suggests that there are fundamental components of the speech …

The beneficial effects of musical training are not limited to enhancement of musical skills, but
extend to language skills. Here, we review evidence that musical training can enhance …

Studies in sensory neuroscience reveal the critical importance of accurate sensory
perception for cognitive development. There is considerable debate concerning the possible …