Miniscope Neuroscience Multimedia Project

This multimedia work explores neural activity through the integration of neuroscience and art. By processing calcium imaging data from the hippocampus CA1 and retrosplenial cortex (RSC) of a mouse brain, the project transforms complex brain functions into dynamic audio-visual experiences. Utilizing TouchDesigner, neural data is visualized in real time, with calcium traces influencing the movement, size, and shape of visual elements. The soundscape is similarly shaped by Max MSP, where the same neural data informs musical composition, manipulating filters and dynamics to create an immersive auditory experience. Additional musical layers are composed in Logic Pro, interacting continuously with the visuals to form a feedback loop that enhances the overall presentation. This work reveals the intricate relationships between brain activity, sound, and visual art, showcasing the potential of interdisciplinary collaboration in understanding and expressing the complexities of the brain. Performances & Presentations: • ICMC 2025 — June 11, 2025, Bright Family Screening Room, Emerson College, Boston (screening) • ISEA 2026 — November 6, 2026, Zayed University & Dubai Culture Venues, Dubai (31st International Symposium on Electronic Art) Note: As a generative multimedia work driven by live neural data, each performance produces a unique audiovisual result — no two presentations are ever the same.