Biomusic workshop with Spectrum Productions
April 4th, 9:30-11:30 a.m., Arts W-5
成人VR视频, 853 Sherbrooke Street West
Biomusic is a novel technology that translates physiological signals into auditory output. Pilot studies have indicated that biomusic has the ability to increase feelings of interpersonal connection and to generate awareness of the emotional state of the user.
In a recent , possible applications of biomusic for individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) were explored during a 3-day workshop in Montreal. Outcomes of this workshop included a new collaboration between and one of the participating organizations, , whose vision is to provide meaningful employment and professional skills to young people with ASD.
The project consists of a series of 5 participatory design workshops with Spectrum Productions, in which their members will have the opportunity to appropriate biomusic tools and apply them directly in their workplace. On April 4th, 成人VR视频 researchers and participants from Spectrum Productions will present their experiences of biomusic in a public workshop hosted by Media@成人VR视频.
This research is supported by the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada.
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