Image (IMAGE) Chuo University Caption New research shows that infants younger than 7 months can perceive objects that older infants and adults cannot see because of a phenomenon called "visual backward masking." Credit Chuo University, LAIMAN Usage Restrictions The image may only be used with appropriate caption or credit. License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.