International Arts + Mind Lab: A neuroaesthetics research-to-practice initiative at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
Innovation at the intersection of the arts and brain science
We’re on a mission to amplify human potential
Shaping the Field of Neuroaesthetics
We’re the source for cross-disciplinary discussion in brain science, architecture, music and art.
Convening the Curious
IAM Lab brings together brain scientists and practitioners in architecture, music and art to spark collaboration and research.
Outreach and Education
We’re sharing our findings with industry influencers who can apply neuroaesthetics research in their fields to enhance the way we live.
The Latest from Our Blog
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Advancing Transformational Experiences: Insights from the Set & Setting Collaborative Gathering
On March 22, the Set & Setting Collaborative brought together an inspiring assembly of researchers, clinicians, cultural leaders, artists, educators, and philanthropists at 1440 Multiversity. This multidisciplinary gathering aimed to explore how context and environment—commonly referred to as "set and setting"—shape transformational experiences. While the initiative has its roots in the psychedelic field, the broader...
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Neuroaesthetics Course Launches at JHU
In Fall 2024, the Johns Hopkins University Krieger School of Arts & Science offered its first ever undergraduate course about the science of neuroaesthetics. Developed and taught by the International Arts + Mind Lab Center for Applied Neuroaesthetics (IAM Lab), this upper-level course enrolled third and fourth year neuroscience majors, many of whom were double-majoring...
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Do You See What I See?: The Possibilities of Pareidolia Research
Key points Pareidolia is recognizing patterns, like faces, in random stimuli, aiding survival and creativity. Research links pareidolia to neural activity, creativity, and cognitive flexibility. Tests using pareidolia-induced images may help detect neurological conditions like dementia. Pareidolia can help foster fresh perspectives, improving well-being and encouraging rehabilitation. As humans, we are naturally inclined to recognize...
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Who We Are
The International Arts + Mind Lab is part of Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. IAM Lab brings together brain scientists and practitioners in architecture, music and art in a global effort to amplify human potential.
What is Neuroaesthetics?
Neuroaesthetics is an emerging field of study that explores the impact of the arts, architecture and music on the human brain and behavior.