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·May 3, 2023·4 min read

Music Can Be an Alternative to Opioid-Based Medication for Chronic Pain

Music has been suggested as a complementary alternative to chronic pain medication. A new study examines the experience of a woman with chronic pain who used music for pain management. The study delves into the contextual aspects of music listening, as well as the physiological and cognitive benefits of music listening. The study suggests that music-induced analgesia involves complex cognitive and emotional mechanisms, which may modulate the descending pain modulatory pathway.

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·May 13, 2023·4 min read

Symphony of Synapses: The Brain’s Intricate Dance with Music

Music engages a multitude of brain areas, showcasing a complex interplay between auditory processing, emotion, and memory centers. It elicits emotions through the release of dopamine, our brain's pleasure molecule, explaining the joy we often find in a favorite tune. Moreover, music's power to evoke vivid memories highlights its connection to the hippocampus, our memory storage center. This broad influence of music on our brain mechanisms is also harnessed in therapeutic contexts, such as treating neurological disorders or improving mental health.

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·June 7, 2023·5 min read

Unveiling the Complexity of Musical Taste: Subgenres and Preferences Explored

Researchers report personal musical preferences aren't just about genre, but also about sub-genres within those categories. Surveying over 2,000 individuals, they discovered that fans within the same genre can exhibit diverse sub-genre preferences.

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·June 20, 2023·5 min read

Hit or Miss? AI and Brain Waves Tune into Future Hit Songs with 97% Accuracy

Researchers developed a machine learning model that uses neural responses to predict the success of songs with 97% accuracy. In their study, participants listened to a set of songs while their neurophysiologic responses were monitored, generating data that helped the machine learning model determine potential hits.

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·June 30, 2023·5 min read

Harmonizing Recovery: Robotic Glove Helps Stroke Survivors Relearn Music

A 'smart hand exoskeleton', a custom-made robotic glove, can aid stroke patients in relearning dexterity-based skills like playing music. The glove, equipped with integrated tactile sensors, soft actuators, and artificial intelligence, can mimic natural hand movements and provide tactile sensations.

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·July 8, 2023·4 min read

Brain’s Melody and Prose: How Music and Language Affect Different Regions

A recent study reveals how different brain areas are activated when processing music and language. Using direct brain recordings during an awake craniotomy, the researchers observed shared temporal lobe activity for both music and language.

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·July 14, 2023·6 min read

Live Music Outperforms Recorded Shows for Infant Engagement

The magic of live performances is not lost on infants, as new research suggests that live music captivates them more than recorded versions of the same show. Researchers noticed synchronized heart rates and enhanced engagement among babies who watched a live baby opera versus those who viewed the same performance on a recording.

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·July 31, 2023·3 min read

Personal Music Choices Enhance Fitness Experiences

Personal music selection significantly improves the motivation, emotional response, and satisfaction of gym-goers. Participants choosing their own music were found to be more motivated compared to those for whom the fitness facility selected the music.

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·August 8, 2023·5 min read

Music and Coffee May Boost Brain Power

A recent study reveals that everyday pleasures like music and coffee can significantly enhance cognitive performance. Utilizing groundbreaking brain-monitoring technology, the study examined brain activity during cognitive tests under various stimulants, including music, coffee, and perfume.

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·August 21, 2023·7 min read

Decoding Music from the Mind

Researchers played Pink Floyd's “Another Brick in the Wall, Part 1,” to patients, recording the brain's electrical activity. The objective was to reconstruct what the patients were hearing.

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·August 22, 2023·4 min read

Fine-Tuning Music for the Ears of the Hard-of-Hearing

A recent study highlighted the different music mix preferences of those with hearing loss. Researchers found that hard-of-hearing listeners favored louder vocals and clearer, high-frequency sounds.

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·August 25, 2023·3 min read

Dance Beyond Disease: Parkinson’s Patients Find Identity Through Performance

Dancing offers Parkinson’s patients more than physical rehabilitation; it provides a transformative avenue for personal identity and self-expression. Researchers discovered that participating in a dance company can profoundly influence the disease-related identity negotiation in individuals with Parkinson’s.

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music

Music Can Be an Alternative to Opioid-Based Medication for Chronic Pain

Symphony of Synapses: The Brain’s Intricate Dance with Music

Unveiling the Complexity of Musical Taste: Subgenres and Preferences Explored

Hit or Miss? AI and Brain Waves Tune into Future Hit Songs with 97% Accuracy

Harmonizing Recovery: Robotic Glove Helps Stroke Survivors Relearn Music

Brain’s Melody and Prose: How Music and Language Affect Different Regions

Live Music Outperforms Recorded Shows for Infant Engagement

Personal Music Choices Enhance Fitness Experiences

Music and Coffee May Boost Brain Power

Decoding Music from the Mind

Fine-Tuning Music for the Ears of the Hard-of-Hearing

Dance Beyond Disease: Parkinson’s Patients Find Identity Through Performance

Jamais Vu: When the Familiar Turns Eerily New

New Tools Illuminate Myelin Growth in Infants

From Vinyl to Visions: Fruit Flies Showcase Decision-Making Prowess

Jellyfish Show Remarkable Learning Skills

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