Brain Waves

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BRAIN WAVES

Neurology for artists

10 daily webinars from June 2 - 13, 2025

Science:
Brain Waves is a 2 week long webinar for artists interested in neurobiology, consciousness and the nature of the self. The program will take place over 2 weeks on-line in the summer of 2025 and will feature daily video chats with neurobiology researchers, philosophers and psychologists from around the world who will offer lectures and lead discussions on topics related to brain function.

Artists:
Biophilium residencies are designed to facilitate research that will enrich visual and conceptual artists' practice within a small group of like minded creative people. Artists, writers, musicians, film makers and dancers are encouraged to apply. The jury will select seven international artists based on their portfolio rather than how they fit into any description of an artist. We will enjoy many short one-on-one meetings with artists who make art related to neurology and consciousness. Built in to the 2 - 2.5 hours of daily programming are discussions, recommended assignments and show and tell.

Outline:
All activities are subject to change depending on expert availability and other uncontrollable variables. The program will be tailored to the participants' interests.

- The History of Consciousness and Free Will

- Neurotransmitters - the chemistry of emotion and behavior

- Synesthesia and Sensory Stimuli

- Sugar: Euphoria, Addiction, Dementia

- How Sleep & Dreams Affect our Memories with the Sleep Research Labs, Royal Ottawa Hospital

- Toxoplasma: parasites and the blood brain barrier.

- Memory: What is it, Where is it? Can we trust it?

- Hypnosis: The Power of Suggestion

- Motivation, Creativity and Neurodivergence

- Mirror neurons, dancing and empathy

- Neurology in Contemporary Art

- Opportunities and Resources

Cost:
$600 USD
We are offering a BOGO scholarship to alumni, and to Canadian residents this year.

How to apply:

Send the following material to ArtLovesScience@gmail.com

1. Artist CV

2. Artist statement (about 200 words)

3. Application form PDF or docx

4. Portfolio 5 – 10 examples of your work

We are flexible and forgiving with application formats and deadlines. For best results let us know what you do and what you'd like to study with us as early as possible.

Residency places are limited to 12 artists.

Click here to see all the artists who have studied sensation, cognition or communication with us.