About SoundMind
Research has demonstrated that certain brain waves are distorted as you age. This may be related to cognitive decline, specifically conditions such as Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI) or dementia. Previous studies have shown that specific sound stimulations can manipulate these brain waves to attenuate symptoms of such conditions. Findings so far are promising, and this research could have great therapeutic potential for people dealing with
dementia-related conditions.
Through the SoundMind project, we are investigating a novel method called Continuous Amplitude Modulated Sound Stimulation (CAMSS) that aims to synchronise brainwaves with specific frequencies using sound. Unlike conventional methods that use artificial sounds, CAMSS seamlessly embeds these frequencies into familiar environmental sounds, making the experience more natural and comfortable for people with MCI. We use a non-invasive technique called electroencephalography (EEG) to measure the brain's response to this sound stimulation.
By introducing a simple method - listening to modified sounds - the aim is to offer a new safe and accessible way to alleviate dementia symptoms, potentially enhancing quality of life for those affected.
Our Locations
SGDP Centre
The Social, Genetic, and Developmental Psychiatry (SGDP) Centre is a research centre within the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology, and Neuroscience at King's College London, located in London, UK. As an interdisciplinary centre, the SGDP is equipped with state-of-the-art research labs and hosts researchers from wide-ranging academic backgrounds and scientific fields.
Centre for Arts Research and Practice
The Centre for Arts Research and Practice at University College Cork is located in Cork, Ireland.
It serves as a central hub for the integration of creative thinking and innovation, where experimentation and community engagement
across disciplines are employed
for maximal impact.
