A multidisciplinary research program evaluating the psycho-physiological effects of Aurora Musical Temperament. Conducted in collaboration with Campus Ludes (Lugano), the program integrates objective metrics (HRV, Conductance) with subjective well-being assessments.

COMPLETED RESEARCH

Impact on Professional Pianists

PERFORMANCE & PSYCHOPHYSIOLOGY

Participants: 20 professional pianists (>10 years experience).
Key Findings:

• Enhanced Emotional State: Aurora Temperament favored a significantly higher positive emotional profile, eliciting deep feelings of joy, wonder, and amusement.
• Intrinsic Reward: Musicians reported a higher sense of intrinsic reward and creative engagement during performance.
• Deep Connection: Participants described a "profound connection" and feelings of surprise and discovery.

Impact on Listeners

LISTENING EXPERIENCE

Participants: 20 listeners (within-subjects design).
Key Findings:

• Higher Engagement: Aurora elicited a stronger physiological activation and more intense specific emotions, indicating deep immersion.
• Focus & Calm: Participants reported a unique sense of concentration ("listening to something new") and profound feelings of calm and tranquility.
• Emotional Depth: The experience broke standard habituation patterns, generating a "distinctive emotional journey."

ONGOING STUDIES

Studio 1: Psycho-Physiological Resonance

BASIC RESEARCH // CAMPUS LUDES

Objective: Comparative analysis of Aurora Temperament vs. Traditional (440Hz) tuning on stress markers.
Metrics: Heart Rate Variability (HRV), Skin Conductance, Subjective Well-being.
Location: Campus Ludes, Lugano.

Studio 2: Therapeutic Harmonies

CLINICAL SETTING // DENTAL ANXIETY

Objective: Randomized Controlled Trial (RCT) evaluating Aurora music for reducing procedural anxiety.
Protocol: Aurora Music vs. Treatment As Usual (TAU) during dental procedures (n=120).
Partner: Studio Dentistico Abbattista, Milano.

Studio 3: Harmonies in the Kitchen

OCCUPATIONAL WELL-BEING // HIGH STRESS

Objective: Longitudinal study on stress reduction in starred restaurant kitchens.
Method: Cross-over design monitoring team cohesion, cortisol levels, and performance.
Context: High-intensity professional environments (Lombardy/Ticino).

EDUCATIONAL FRONTIER

Aurora for Children

EDUCATING SOUND CULTURE // FAMILOSOPHY

Proposal: "Listening as a facilitator of well-being in daily education."
Concept: Creating an Educating Sound Environment where the Aurora Temperament supports emotional regulation and relational connection.
Application:

• Sound Landscapes: Dedicated sonic environments for daily transitions (welcome, meal, nap, play).
• Methodology: Sound mapping, specific operational compositions, and staff training on sound ecology.
• Goal: To foster calm, concentration, and harmony, establishing Familosophy as a permanent lab for educational sound ecology.

SCIENTIFIC LEADERSHIP

• Research Lead: T2 S.r.l. (Research Funding & Technology).
• Scientific Partner: Campus Ludes S.a.g.l. Lugano, CH.

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