Sensory physiology is a branch of physiology that studies how organisms receive and process sensory information from their environment. This includes studying the mechanisms of sensory perception, such as how sensory receptors detect and respond to stimuli like light, sound, touch, taste, and smell. Researchers in this field also investigate how sensory information is transmitted and integrated in the nervous system to create perceptions and trigger appropriate responses. Sensory physiology plays a crucial role in understanding how organisms interact with their environment and how sensory deficits or abnormalities can lead to impairments in perception and behavior.