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About LIVELab
The LIVELab is a 106 seat research-based performance theatre and testing centre. The LIVELab is committed to developing a world class facility for the scientific study of music, sound, and movement and their importance in human development and human health.
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Undergraduate and graduate opportunities available with LIVELab and MIMM researchers.
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Researchers at LIVELab and MIMM are proud to collaborate with research colleagues and industry partners from across Canada and around the world to advance scientific knowledge and bring innovative solutions to market.
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Be a participant in one of our LIVELab studies!
News & Updates
Want to fire up the dance floor? Play low-frequency bass
Researchers studying how different aspects of music influence the body turned a live electronic music concert into a lab study. By introducing levels of bass . . .
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Brighter World ➚
Want to fire up the dance floor? Play low-frequency bass
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Enhance Life with Music Podcast ➚
What makes a lullaby a lullaby, and what difference does it make? with Laurel Trainor, PhD
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Upcoming Events
The Art of Science: Episode 2 - Performer’s Impact on Audience Interaction
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LIVELab Hybrid Concert Series: Adi Braun - Inspired by Nature
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LIVELab creates cutting-edge research output by offering researchers and musicians access to a unique suite of tools, technology and immersive environments.
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Go behind the scenes at LIVELab
Free behind-the-scenes public tours for groups and individuals are offered by LIVELab students and staff throughout the year. Tours are held monthly and take approximately 45 minutes. For upcoming tour dates, please email us at livelab@mcmaster.ca. Stay tuned for tours starting this May!
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Take a virtual tour of LIVELab and see our researchers in action.
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See what makes us one of a kind.
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LIVELab has welcomed dozens of acclaimed artists over the years for intimate and unforgettable performances with audiences.
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LIVELab and MIMM researchers are national and international newsmakers. Find out more about how they are building a brighter world.
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Committed to Inclusive Excellence
McMaster University promotes and supports institution-wide commitments to equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility, and principles of inclusive excellence, to foster a campus culture and community that respect the human rights, integrity and dignity of all community members. To learn more, please visit our Equity and Inclusion Office.