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Here's another keynote for our plenary session on "Music and Arts-based Interventions in Medical and Health Contexts." Prof. Dr. habil. Karin Dannecker will be giving the keynote: "The Healing Potential of the Arts" Learn more about the program at iammonline.com/berlin2024 Prof. Karin Dannecker studied art, art education and special and remedial education in Frankfurt/M., Germany and completed her training as an art therapist at New York University, USA in 1985. She taught art therapy at the University of the Arts in Berlin until 1998. She received her doctorate in 1992 and habilitated in 2005. She collaborated with Goldsmiths College at the Park-Klinik Berlin installing an Art Psychotherapy training. In 2005 she became full professor and director of the first MA art therapy program at the Weißensee Kunsthochschule Berlin. Since 2024 she is emerita professor. Her major work, Psyche and Aesthetics. The Transformations of Art Therapy, was published in 2021 in the 4th edition.

✨Keynote Announcement ✨ Dr. Joke Bradt will give a keynote on “Music Therapy for Chronic Pain Management at our upcoming Congress in Berlin! Learn more at iammonline.com/berlin2024 Joke Bradt, PhD, MT-BC is Professor and Director of the PhD program in Creative Arts Therapies at Drexel University (Philadelphia, USA). Her federally funded research program has focused on the development and testing of music therapy interventions for chronic pain and symptom management. She is the lead author of several Cochrane Systematic Reviews on music interventions with medical patients. She leads the Music4Pain Research Network, funded by the National Center of Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH) of the National Institutes of Health (NIH). She is the co-founder of the International Music Therapy Clinical Trial Network (IMTCTnet). Finally, she was the Editor-in-Chief of the Nordic Journal of Music Therapy from 2015-2023. Dr. Joke Bradt will present on the use of music therapy for chronic pain management. She will discuss how music therapy can contribute to effective pain management by addressing several biological, psychological, and social factors that exacerbate pain. #IAMM #ISfAM #Berlin2024 #musicmedicine #artsandmedicine #artsandhealth #musictherapy #music #medicine #therapy #mt #musictherapists #neuroscience #neurology #musicandneuroscience #musicneuroscience

We are honored to have Dr. Emmeline Edwards deliver a keynote speech for our plenary session on "Music and Arts-based Interventions in Medical and Health Contexts." Dr. Emmeline Edwards is director of the Division of Extramural Research of the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH). In that capacity, she is responsible for the development of scientific programs or areas of science that fulfill NCCIH's mission as well as planning, implementation, and policy. Currently, Dr. Edwards is Co-Chair of the trans-NIH Music and Health working group, a member of the Sound Health Initiative Steering Committee, and an advisor to the NeuroArts Blueprint. Dr. Edwards is also Chair of World Women in Neuroscience (WWN), an independent mentoring and networking organization, with the primary mission of identifying, and implementing mentoring and networking opportunities for women neuroscientists across the world. 💡 Keynote: "The NIH Toolkit for Music-based Interventions: A Path to Strengthening Evidence-based Research" Music-based Interventions (MBIs) have shown promise for managing symptoms of various brain disorders. To fully realize the potential of MBIs and dispel the outdated misconception that MBIs are rooted in “soft science,” the National Institutes of Health (NIH) is promoting rigorously designed, well-powered MBI clinical trials. The pressing need for guidelines for scientifically rigorous studies with enhanced data collection led to the creation of the NIH MBI Toolkit for research on music and health across the lifespan. The Toolkit defines the building blocks of MBIs, including a consolidated set of common data elements for MBI protocols, and core datasets of outcome measures and biomarkers for brain disorders of aging that researchers may select for their studies.

Allow us to further acquaint you with our distinguished keynote speakers. Joining us for our plenary session on "Therapeutic Outcomes of the Arts" is Prof. Dr. Sabine C. Koch. Prof. Dr. Sabine C. Koch, an esteemed Psychologist and Dance Movement Therapist, MSW, BC-DMT, serves as the Director of the Research Institute for Creative Arts Therapies (RIArT) at Alanus University of Arts and Social Sciences, Bonn. Additionally, she holds a professorship at the dance movement therapy DMT Master Program at SRH University Heidelberg, Germany. Her areas of interest encompass embodiment, evidence-based research in CATs, therapeutic factors of creative arts therapies, and the Kestenberg Movement Profile. She also takes on the role of editor-in-chief for the Journal of Arts Therapies (JAT, GMS Open Access Online Journal for CATs) and collaborates with the International Research Alliance / NYU Creative Arts Therapies Consortium and the WHO Arts & Health Department. During her keynote address, she will delve into the realm of outcomes research in dance movement therapy and drama therapy. The survival of creative arts therapies and the arts and health field in the increasingly competitive clinical research of the health sciences greatly depends on outcomes research. This includes primary studies, as well as reviews and meta-analyses. Attendees can expect to gain valuable insights into recent research findings on the effects of dance movement therapy and drama therapy on various patient populations. To discover more about our Congress program, please visit iammonline.com/berlin2024⁠/program.

We are honored to have Prof. Rainbow Tin Hung Ho deliver a keynote presentation for our Congress' plenary session on "The impacts of arts in clinical and community settings – biopsychosocial impacts and beyond". Prof. Rainbow T. H. Ho, is a Professor at the Department of Social Work and Social Administration and the Director of the Centre on Behavioral Health at the University of Hong Kong (HKU). Prof. Ho holds degrees in Biology, Anatomy, Social Work and Social Administration, professional diplomas in performance arts and movement analysis, and credentials in expressive arts therapy, dance movement therapy and somatic movement therapy. Her keynote will explore the substantial benefits of arts engagement in supporting individuals with specific issues and conditions, as well as promoting wellness in the wider community. Through research and community projects, Prof. Ho has observed that active participation in the creative process cultivates self-awareness and social connectedness, leading to significant improvements in physical, cognitive, and social functioning. Join us as we delve into the unlimited potential of arts engagement to enhance well-being in clinical and community contexts! Learn more about our Congress program at iammonline.com/berlin2024⁠

We are honored to have Prof. Felicity Baker, PhD deliver a keynote presentation for our plenary session on "Therapeutic Outcomes of the Arts"! Professor Felicity Baker is Associate Dean of Research for the Faculty of Fine Arts and Music and Director, International Research Partnerships for the Creative Arts and Music Therapy Research Unit at The University of Melbourne, and former Australia Research Council Future Fellow (2011-2015). She has attracted more than $18 million in research funding and is the author of over 150 publications. Her latest book is Leadership and Management of Clinical Trials in the Creative Arts Therapies, which is the first book to provide guidance on clinical trial implementation in this field. Her keynote is entitled "What is acceptable evidence? Immediate vs long-term effects of music therapy for people living with dementia" This presentation will draw on findings from her team’s completed randomised controlled trials to highlight the challenges CAT researchers experience in generating the research evidence needed to have scalable impact. Despite RCTs with sample sizes >300, long-term effects are difficult to show, especially when working with people with degenerative diseases where there are different dementia types, severities, rates of cognitive decline, and a lack of confirmatory diagnostic data. This contrasts with the observable immediate and short-term effects that are often more meaningful for consumers but challenging to capture using the standardised tools that are recognised by experts in the medical field. In her presentation, she will highlight the value of co-collecting short-term/immediate effects of CAT interventions alongside longer-term outcomes, and how the findings from immediate effects can be framed as evidence, inform future research designs, and refine intervention components. Learn more about our Congress program at iammonline.com/berlin2024

We're thrilled to share the exciting news of an upcoming performance/lecture by the renowned artists, Victor Wooten and Steve Bailey, in our upcoming Congress, “The Future of Music and Arts in Medicine and Health”! Victor and Steve are delivering a performance/lecture entitled "Music: Penicillin or Placebo? - Can music improve our well being or even more" Join Vic and Steve as they explore these and other controversial topics using bass guitars and groove as scalpels (and anesthesia). Victor Wooten, Berklee Performance Scholar in Residence, is a multiple Grammy Award winner and a founding member of Bela Fleck and the Flecktones. He has been called the most influential bassist of the last 2 decades. His recent solo release, Trypnotix, features Bob Franceschini and Dennis Chambers, in a trio format. Steve Bailey, Berklee Chair of Bass, has played and recorded with Dizzy Gillespie, The Rippingtons, Jethro Tull, and Willie Nelson, to name a few. He is a pioneer of the six-string fretless bass and his techniques are studied around the world. His most recent solo release, Carolina, features a series of duets with the likes of Willie Nelson, Ron Carter, Ian Anderson, Mike Stern, Dennis Chambers, and more. Together, they formed Bass Extremes in 1992 releasing their self-titled debut which was one of the top-selling “bass products” of all time. Through the Pandemic, and with the support of Berklee College of Music, this duo has constantly pursued a higher standard of interaction and communication which has resulted in the effective use of affordable technology that takes their performances and presentations to the next level. Their latest Bass Extremes album S’Low Down returns to the “original trio” with drummer Gregg Bissonette. It features, in subtle and dazzling ways, Ron Carter, Marcus Miller, Edgar Meyer, Oteil Burbridge, John Patitucci, and more. Learn more about the Congress and register at iammonline.com/berlin2024!

Join us for an enlightening discussion on how art and culture impact health this September in Berlin, Germany, or online! Explore cultural perspectives, learn from experts, and celebrate creativity in our fifth keynote panel session, "Artistic Expression and Cultural Perspectives in Healthcare and Community." 🎨 Art is a universal language, though heavily influenced by cultural differences. This discussion will examine the importance of recognizing and incorporating these cultural viewpoints in healthcare settings. We'll investigate the significance of incorporating varied artistic forms into therapy, the role of cultural sensitivity in patient treatment, and the potential benefits of an inclusive, globally-aware approach to health and wellness. Co-chairs Prof. Lukas Feiress, and Dr. Lisa Wong, will lead this discussion, with support from keynote speakers Mazda Adili, Dr. Sydelle Ross, MD, and Bill Banfield. Explore diverse perspectives, share your experiences, and discover the healing power of creativity.🌟 To learn more about our program, visit https://lnkd.in/en_g_WmG 🌐

Expect to be impressed by the fourth keynote panel at our upcoming event in Berlin, Germany, or online in September! 🗓️ The panel on "Neurosciences, Cognition, and the Arts" will be led by Chair Camila Pfeiffer, MA, NMT, and Prof. Dr. Benno Brinkhaus. This topic will shed light on the intricacies of the brain and its relationship with the arts. It will provide a comprehensive exploration of how the arts influence neural activities, shape our cognitive functions, and offer promising avenues for therapeutic recovery. Expect keynote presentations by Dr. Psych Loui, Mari Tervaniemi, Prof. Vicky Karkou, and Prof. Dr. Carten Finke! 🖌️ Check more about our program at https://lnkd.in/en_g_WmG 🌐 #IAMM #ISfAM #Berlin2024 #musicmedicine #artsandmedicine #artsandhealth #musictherapy #music #medicine #therapy #mt #musictherapists #neuroscience #neurology #musicandneuroscience #musicneuroscience

We are looking forward to connecting with you at our forthcoming event in Berlin, Germany, and online this September! Discover more about our Congress topic, "Innovations at the Intersection of Arts, Medicine, Health, and Technology"" led by chair Marijke Groothuis, MMTH, NMT-F, BED and Prof. Claudia Witt, MT, MBA. This plenary session will feature prominent speakers Rachel Francine, Camila S G Acosta Goncalves, RMT, MA, PhD(C), and Prof. Dr. Thomas Ostermann. The future of healthcare promises a fascinating intersection of arts, medicine, and technology. This topic will emphasize pioneering initiatives that use technology to transform patient care. We will look at how combining artistic practices with the most recent technical breakthroughs might provide individualized therapy solutions and encourage productive multidisciplinary dialogues, ultimately propelling healthcare to new heights. Join us in Berlin or online and discover the possibilities of the arts, medicine, health, and technology! 🎶 Get to know more about our program at: https://lnkd.in/en_g_WmG