Episode 34: Oxytocin - Sound and Science

Our podcast series YOU ASK we explain started in 2023 and is published monthly. Full house, strong questions, palpable excitement: around 150 guests were there live when we discussed oxytocin - the "cuddle hormone" - in cooperation with the Dresden Music Festival and TUD Lectures+. Scientists from TU Dresden explained its effects and research live on stage - including a real oxytocin measurement. The results are currently being analyzed. Information on the results can be found on the Dresden Music Festival website.

Is music the food of love? The current edition of the "Sound & Science" series explored this exciting question, which is entirely in keeping with this year's motto "LOVE", and embarked on an interesting scientific-musical search for clues. Oxytocin is a true all-rounder with the ability to strengthen the immune system and reduce stress, anxiety and even pain. Due to its many positive effects on the body, oxytocin is sometimes even referred to as a "miracle hormone".

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Here are a few impressions of our event.

Our Advisors:

• Clemens Kirschbaum - Biological Psychology, TU Dresden

• Jürgen Hoyer - Behavioral Psychotherapy, TU Dresden

• Ayla Şahin - Violin

• Miguel Erlich - Viola

• Mon-Puo Lee - violoncello

Moderation:

• Ari Kanemaki

Photo note

Photographs and videos will be taken during this event. The photos will be used for the press and public relations work of the TUD and the other participants. If necessary, photos will also be passed on to third parties for reporting purposes. By participating in the event, you agree that photos of you may be used for publications in print and online media, including social media.

This project is funded by the Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF) and the Free State of Saxony as part of the Excellence Strategy of the Federal and State governments.