Session 2 Let’s Face it The Face and Facial Expressions

Description

Learn:

• The neuroanatomy and musculature of the face
• The many different things that faces do
• Why emotion expression is so special and important

In this one hour presentation, Dr. Matsumoto started with an overview of Humintell, who we are and what we do.

Dr. Matsumoto then explained in the neuroanatomy and musculature of the face through illustrations and figures. He explained how facial muscles are very special and how the neural circuitry of the brain affects emotion signaling.

Dr. Matsumoto then moved on to briefly touch on FACS coding, the function of facial expressions and his definition of emotions (which can be found in the video above). He explained why emotions are so important and elements of the basic emotion system. He also touched upon microexpressions, what they are and why they occur.

Finally Dr. Matsumoto ended the session by showing a video illustrating the power of emotions (below) and a 15 minute Q&A where he took questions from attendees.