Publications [#252243] of Scott Huettel

Journal Articles

1. Carter, RM; Huettel, SA (2013). A nexus model of the temporal-parietal junction.. Trends in cognitive sciences, 17(7), 328-336. [doi]
   (last updated on 2026/01/16)

   Abstract:
   The temporal-parietal junction (TPJ) has been proposed to support either specifically social functions or non-specific processes of cognition such as memory and attention. To account for diverse prior findings, we propose a nexus model for TPJ function: overlap of basic processes produces novel secondary functions at their convergence. We present meta-analytic evidence that is consistent with the anatomical convergence of attention, memory, language, and social processing in the TPJ, leading to a higher-order role in the creation of a social context for behavior. The nexus model accounts for recent examples of TPJ contributions specifically to decision making in a social context and provides a potential reconciliation for competing claims about TPJ function.