* Motor control: He has published numerous papers and books on the neural mechanisms underlying movement and action.
* Cognitive neuroscience: His research has also explored the neural basis of higher-level cognitive functions, such as memory and decision-making.
* Primate neurobiology: Passingham has conducted significant research on the brains of primates, including humans, to understand the evolution and development of brain functions.
Some of his notable books include:
* The Human Primate: A New Perspective on the Evolution of Mind (2006)
* The Primate Motor System (2002)
* The Frontal Lobes and Voluntary Action (1993)
Instead of focusing on fiction, Ian Passingham has dedicated his career to advancing our understanding of the brain and its functions through scientific research and publications.