On-off selectivity and asymmetry in apparent contrast: An adaptation study

Journal of Vision
Hiromi SatoTakao Sato

Abstract

Using textures composed of sparse bright/dark elements that can activate either on or off sensors selectively, Sato, Motoyoshi, and Sato (2012) reported simultaneous contrast-contrast effects tuned for contrast polarity. As with contrast-contrast effects, prolonged viewing of high-contrast stimuli reduces the perceived contrast of a subsequently presented stimulus. The present study examined whether contrast aftereffects are also selective for luminance polarity using texture patterns composed of sparse bright/dark elements. Results revealed that contrast aftereffects are selective for luminance polarity (polarity selectivity) but that adaptation aftereffects occur asymmetrically depending on the polarity of the adapter (polarity asymmetry). Polarity selectivity and asymmetry in adaptation aftereffects are reduced but not completely diminished if adapter and test stimuli are presented to separate eyes (dichoptically). Our results support the idea that suprathreshold contrast perception and its adaptational shifts are jointly determined by responses between monocular and binocular units.

Citations

Jun 21, 2016·Vision Research·Zahide Pamir, Huseyin Boyaci
Sep 13, 2018·Journal of Vision·Wakana Hata, Isamu Motoyoshi
Aug 1, 2020·Journal of Vision·Akash S ChimaSarah J Waugh
Dec 12, 2018·Journal of Vision·Takehiro NagaiIchiro Kuriki

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