Which researcher studied the phenomenon of the brain while reading using advanced imaging techniques?

Dr. Sally Shaywitz has made significant contributions to the understanding of how the brain processes reading, utilizing advanced imaging techniques such as functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) and positron emission tomography (PET). Her research has helped illuminate how different regions of the brain work together when an individual reads, revealing essential insights into the neurological basis of reading and dyslexia. Shaywitz's work has importantly shown the differences in brain activity between proficient readers and those who struggle with reading, emphasizing the biological underpinnings of these challenges.

In contrast, while other researchers like James Hinshelwood and Albert Galaburda have also made notable contributions to the field of dyslexia and the understanding of reading difficulties, their work did not primarily involve advanced imaging techniques as a central focus. Aylett Cox has contributed to literacy education but does not have the same background in brain imaging related to reading. Thus, Dr. Shaywitz stands out for her pioneering use of these advanced imaging techniques to study reading processes directly.