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Explicitly Modeling Subcortical Vision with a Neuro-Inspired Front-End Improves CNN Robustness

arXiv — cs.CV•Thursday, October 30, 2025 at 4:00:00 AM
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A recent study highlights the advancements in convolutional neural networks (CNNs) by integrating a neuro-inspired front-end that mimics the primate primary visual cortex. This innovative approach, known as VOneBlock, significantly enhances the robustness of CNNs against visual perturbations and out-of-domain images, addressing a critical challenge in AI. By bridging the gap between artificial and biological vision, this research not only improves object recognition tasks but also opens new avenues for developing more resilient AI systems, making it a noteworthy contribution to the field.
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