DAILY INNOVATION BRIEF by Maryanne Kane, Journalist
DAILY INNOVATION BRIEF
By Journalists Edward Kane & Maryanne Kane
YOUR HOTEL ROOM ON WHEELS
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- It sounds like something out of science fiction - a hotel room on wheels, but this new concept from Germany could soon become reality. Here are some key facts:
- Concept created by Germany's XOIO product visualization group
- Called the "Swift Pod"
- Sleeping space for two travelers
- Autonomous driving
- Futuristic triangular design
- Comprehensive media system
- Contains snacks and drinks for on demand goodies
- Can calculate speed needed to get to destination on time
- Meant for long distance, particularly overnight travel
- New form of travel that could be part of the future.
NEW SCIENCE: MUSIC ACTUALLY STRIKES A CHORD INSIDE US: HEART, STOMACH & MORE
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- Scientists have investigated the ways in which musical notes elicit bodily sensations and emotions. Their findings:
- Over 500 people were asked to listen to 8 tunes and map where they felt the music
- Tunes that were more surprising were felt in the heart
- Specifically, there was a link between sensations in the heart and aesthetic appreciation, feelings of pleasure and less anxiety
- Predictable music was felt in the stomach
- The stomach sensations were associated with feelings of predictability and a decline of feelings of anxiety
- Study done by University of Tokyo
- Key areas of the body impacted by music: brain, heart and stomach
- Upshot: Music is experienced throughout the entire body and may contribute to stress relief and enhance mental health
- From Aretha Franklin's "Respect" to Ralph Vaughn Williams' "The Lark Ascending", what touches you in your heart, mind and stomach?
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