Forward inference using functional neuroimaging: dissociations versus associations

@article{Henson2006ForwardIU,
  title={Forward inference using functional neuroimaging: dissociations versus associations},
  author={Richard N. A. Henson},
  journal={Trends in Cognitive Sciences},
  year={2006},
  volume={10},
  pages={64-69}
}
  • R. Henson
  • Published 1 February 2006
  • Psychology, Biology
  • Trends in Cognitive Sciences
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