UEL SynLab is a synaesthesia research group at the University of East London: www.uel.ac.uk/psychology/research/synaesthesia
Synaesthesia is a condition in which stimulation in one sensory modality (for example, taste) triggers an experience in another sensory modality (for example, touch) or when a sensation in one sensory modality triggers another sensation within the same modality (for example, seeing a letter induces a colour). Some people have experienced synaesthesia for as long as they can remember, and these ‘sy
11/07/2022
Website sharing information about synaesthesia
All About Synesthesia A website about the different types of synesthesia, with descriptions and real examples of each one. Discover your type of synaesthesia!
06/06/2022
Our next talk:
Speaker: Dr Mary Jane Spiller
Date: Tuesday 14th June 2022, 12-1pm (UK time)
Topic: Exploring the colours of our mind: mental imagery and synaesthesia
Abstract:
In this talk we will consider the relationship between synaesthesia and mental imagery. The many similarities between the two experiences will be considered, along with the potentially distinguishing differences. I will present an overview of research that has explored whether synaesthesia can be elicited in the absence of an external visual stimulus. We will also look at possible differences in mental imagery ability between synaesthetes and non-synaesthetes. We will consider whether it is possible to have synaesthesia without mental imagery, and whether enhanced imagery is essential for synaesthesia. Finally, future directions will be considered, looking at the role of spatial processes within both synaesthesia and mental imagery, and the associations with mental health and well-being.
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10/05/2022
A quick overview of synaesthesia
Synaesthesia Masterclass Dr Mary Spiller, Lecturer at University of East London, talks about synaesthesia, what is it and how to live with it
28/03/2022
Dr Mary Spiller was invited to talk about synaesthesia on Thread Radio's Internal Object show
Internal Object: Synesthesia w/ Dr Mary Spiller - 07-Mar-22 For March's episode of Internal Object, Dr Mary Spiller from the University of East London spoke to us about SYNESTHESIA. This is a perceptual phenomenon where a sensory signal from one sense can simulate a secondary sensory experience. Individuals with synaesthesia report seeing music, numbers havi...
24/02/2022
Tasty reading material?
The Man Who Tasted Words by Guy Leschziner review – making sense What flavour is Tottenham Court Road? A riveting study of sensory function and malfunction
Exciting opportunity for funded PhD studying Synaesthesia at University of Sussex with Professor Julia Simner.
PhD studentship: The development of synaesthesia in childhood at University of Sussex View details for this PhD studentship: The development of synaesthesia in childhood job vacancy at University of Sussex in South East England....
Do letters and numbers have personalities? If yes, would you like to take part in some research? We are running a study at the University of East London which involves telling us about all the different personalities of your letters.
If you would like to find out more please email [email protected]
The study will be conducted by email/phone and online.
Participants need to be aged 18 or over and have good written/spoken English.
Full details / consent information will be given.
Thanks
02/07/2015
A radio documentary on synaesthesia
Conor McMahon - Making Sense ‘Making Sense’ explores the colourful world of synaesthesia, a neurological condition that causes two or more senses to blend into one.
Please take part in our study if you have the time - we need both synaesthetes and non-synaesthetes. The study is looking at multisensory experiences and personality. It is completely confidential and should take about 10 minutes to complete. And please share to friends. Thanks!
https://jfe.qualtrics.com/form/SV_8pI2DUz8HIZqawJ