December 2nd, 2016

MIMM research featured on CBC

Posted in: All News , In The Press

“Who hasn’t felt the urge to sing in the shower, to chime in on the chorus of their favourite tune or belt out an anthem at a sporting event? Melodies ring out at every important human activity — from romancing mates to soothing babies, from worshipping to mourning, celebrating to protesting.

But why? Are we hardwired for music? Addicted to rhythm? What power does music have over our bodies and our brains? Scientists have only recently begun to seriously examine how and why music has such a profound effect on humans.”

To watch the full episode, visit:

http://watch.cbc.ca/the-nature-of-things/season-56/episode-8/38e815a-00b35264ab6