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New Publication in Cortex

Our latest paper has just been published in Cortex: Linking spatial metaphors to body size perception: Different roles of top-down associations and multisensory contributions when mapping auditory cues to finger length We explored how top-down and bottom-up signals that while top-down associations between pitch and verticality are necessary, bottom-up multisensory cues are crucial for impacting perceptual judgments. You can read the full paper here: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0010945225001728

New Research on Body Perception

searching Body Perception: Towards an Integration of Quantitative and Qualitative Interdisciplinary Approaches to Address the Multiplicity of Bodily Experiences” In this work, we discuss the crucial importance of involving qualitative methods within cognitive neuroscience to account for the multiplicity of bodily experiences. We argue that a mixed-methods approach can lead to a richer understanding without compromising quantitative rigor. Read the preprint here: https://osf.io/preprints/psyarxiv/ndhpa_v1

Participation in the Science of Consciousness Conference 2025

We had the pleasure of presenting our research on the importance of mixed methods in the cognitive neuroscience of body perception at the Science of Consciousness Conference 2025 in Barcelona. The event, hosted by The Festival of Consciousness, brought together a vibrant community of researchers, thinkers, and creators from across disciplines, all working to deepen our collective understanding of consciousness. It was a great opportunity to share our work and get wonderful and multidisciplinary insights on our understanding and articulation of consciousness.

Participation in BRNet 2025

We presented our initial pilot results and study protocol on a vibration induced kinesthetic illusion changing assessment of affordances, body perception and motor behaviour at Body Representation Network 2025 held in Utrecht in early July. It was wonderful to meet and interact with this community dedicated to body representation research. The discussions and interactions at BRNet 2025 not only enriched our work but also reinforced the importance of collaborative science. We look forward to continuing this exploration and sharing further insights as our study progresses! Learn more: https://bodyrepresentation.wixsite.com/brnet/general-clean

Sensory Augmentation to Support Presence in the Ordinary

The human mind often wanders, drifting to thoughts about the past or future that pull us away from the present moment. Modern technologies—such as social media and immersive platforms—further amplify this tendency, drawing our attention away from our immediate surroundings and into the digital world. How might interactive technologies reconnect us with ordinary, present-moment experience? In this talk, Yujie will share her research on sensory augmentation—systems that enhance human perception. She will showcase wearable devices designed to help users refocus their attention and spark curiosity about everyday objects. She will also highlight how sensory augmentation can enrich communication in face-to-face social interactions. About the speaker: Yujie Tao is a third-year Ph.D. student in Computer Science at Stanford University, part of the Stanford SHAPE Lab and Virtual Human Interaction Lab. Yujie works at the intersection of Human-Computer Interaction and multisensory perception, exploring new ways to augment human senses for positive impact.  Her website: http://yujietao.me/.

14th Madrid Science Fair 2025: Exploring the Future of Training and Rehabilitation

This week, we proudly took part in the XIV Madrid Science Fair 2025, hosted at IFEMA under the theme “Looking to the Future”. Our interactive stand invited visitors to explore how technology can shape the future of training and rehabilitation. At our booth, guests had the chance to try out cutting-edge prototypes, including our Movits and MOTTs; minimalist, sensor-based devices that enable the creation of customizable interactive exercises. These tools are designed to support a range of mobility and strength training needs, offering a flexible and engaging way to move, recover, and stay active. Participants engaged in hands-on sessions where they tested the prototypes, observed how the systems responded to their movements, and even co-designed their own exercises. From adapting traditional tools like weights and resistance bands to designing new movement challenges, the public joined us in imagining a more inclusive and playful future of physical activity. We were thrilled to see the curiosity, creativity, and enthusiasm of all who stopped by: young learners, educators, health professionals, and fellow researchers alike. A big thanks to Elena Márquez Segura and José Manuel Vega Cebrián, and to all our collaborators for making this interactive experience possible. Stay tuned for more updates as we continue to explore the intersection of movement, design, and interactive technologies.

Improvisation and Science in “Lo que Viene”

On Thursday, February 20, the Auditorium of the Leganés campus at Universidad Carlos III de Madrid hosted “Lo Que Viene”, an innovative improvisation show about technology and science aimed at high school students. This event, part of the STEM4GirlsUC3M program, demonstrated that the combination of science and improvisation is not only possible but also a powerful educational tool. i_mBODY Lab’s members presented their prototypes, and together with the attendees tried some of the body perception illusions, giving a tangible glimpse of the lab’s advancements in technology. They also participated in an interview where they explained the main focus and work of the project. The event featured Ana Tajadura Jiménez, who shared her academic and professional experiences as well as the practical applications of the research being conducted at the i_mBODY lab, which she leads. “Lo Que Viene” was established as an innovative activity to bring science closer to young people in an engaging and participatory way, showing how creativity and research can go hand in hand to generate a positive impact on society.

Participation in TEI’25

e had a great time at our studio, Embodied Ideation, Toolkits, and Sketching, at the ACM International Conference on Tangible, Embedded and Embodied Interaction (TEI’25), March 4th in Bordeaux, France! We explored toolkits and methods that facilitate embodied thinking and the creative processes of designing with, through, and for the body, as well as sketching techniques to materialize ephemeral embodied action during ideation. We will continue working in this area and will share our insights from the studio. We are very thankful to all of the participants of the studio and the conference organisers! Studio website: https://sites.google.com/view/embodiedsketching/ Studio paper: https://dl.acm.org/doi/full/10.1145/3689050.3708393