RESEARCH
Muzziball has been interested in finding research-based solutions from the very beginning, both on the product development and content side.
This is something we are working on continuously:
At Muzziball, we are committed to finding research-based solutions, both in product development and content creation. This is an ongoing area of focus for us.
Most people are aware of the positive effects of music on the mind and body, and its use in therapy to calm, inspire, and connect. However, science still has much to discover about how sound contributes to healing. A review of more than 400 published scientific articles on music as medicine provides strong evidence that music offers both mental and physical health benefits.
For example, a study published in the Journal of Evidence-Based Integrative Medicine found that just one hour of sound meditation helped participants reduce tension, anger, fatigue, anxiety, and depression.
Another study, based on the theory that sound works through vibrational effects on the body, found that sound therapy helped reduce pain levels in three-quarters of patients with fibromyalgia—so much so that many were able to lower their pain medication.
At Muzziball, we combine sound therapy, movement, and light therapy with our deep-tech IoT device, and the immediate, noticeable effects are something we’re eager to explore further.
We are open to all types of research projects that can bring more knowledge and innovative applications to light.
OUR PARTNERS
Neuroscience
“Does Muzziball stimulate the creative parts of the brain?”
In collaboration with RITMO/UIO, we conducted a pilot project using fNIRS (Functional Near-Infrared Spectroscopy), a portable, non-invasive brain-imaging technology. This method uses low levels of non-ionizing light to visualize changes in brain activity through optical sensors placed in a cap worn on the head.
fNIRS offers an interesting way to measure activity levels in different areas of the brain in real-time. We compared brain activity in performing musicians with that of test subjects from various age groups.
The results suggested that the brain engaged with Muzziball shows patterns similar to those observed in musicians, with high activity across multiple areas typically associated with creativity. This is an exciting finding, and we’re eager to explore it further!
Circularity
Design & Development for End-to-End Circularity in Healthcare and Education
Innovation in tech-driven products and services comes with a responsibility to prioritize sustainability from the very first stages of development. At Muzziball, we believe that all industry participants share a duty to protect the environment and societies. That’s why we are committed to circular engineering and integrating sustainability into every aspect of our business model.
Through our Industrial PhD project, in collaboration with UiS and supported by RCN funding, we have the unique opportunity to approach circularity in a structured and scientific way. This research-driven approach ensures that our solutions not only drive innovation in healthcare and education but also set new standards for sustainable product development in the industry.
Circularity
Design & Development for End-to-End Circularity in Healthcare and Education
Innovation in tech-driven products and services comes with a responsibility to prioritize sustainability from the very first stages of development. At Muzziball, we believe that all industry participants share a duty to protect the environment and societies. That’s why we are committed to circular engineering and integrating sustainability into every aspect of our business model.
Through our Industrial PhD project, in collaboration with UiS and supported by RCN funding, we have the unique opportunity to approach circularity in a structured and scientific way. This research-driven approach ensures that our solutions not only drive innovation in healthcare and education but also set new standards for sustainable product development in the industry.
Inclusion
Promoting Inclusion in Education Across Europe
At Muzziball, we are committed to promoting inclusive learning environments where all children, including those with disabilities, have equal opportunities to succeed.
In collaboration with SINTEF/RITMO, our main research partner, and Trinity College Dublin, we are developing an inclusion project designed to enhance integration within mainstream school systems. This initiative focuses on customizing and incorporating innovative assistive technologies to meet diverse learning needs.
To maximize its impact, we are also partnering with several international organizations to expand and sustain the project across multiple EU countries, ensuring long-term accessibility and inclusion in education.
Learning
Muzziball and Embodied Learning in Education.
Learning is most effective when it engages both the body and the mind.
Muzziball has the potential to create an interactive and practical learning environment by integrating movement and play into core subjects. As a task assigner activated by movement, Muzziball helps children develop cognitive and motor skills while making learning more engaging.
Through interactive exercises, Muzziball reinforces key pedagogical concepts, including:
- Geometric Shapes – Recognizing and understanding spatial shapes through absolute position and motion.
- Counting – Strengthening basic math skills through interactive play.
- Colors – Enhancing color recognition and sensory learning.
By combining technology with physical interaction, Muzziball creates inclusive and dynamic learning environments, making education more accessible and enjoyable for students at all levels.
Learning
Muzziball and Embodied Learning in Education.
Learning is most effective when it engages both the body and the mind.
Muzziball has the potential to create an interactive and practical learning environment by integrating movement and play into core subjects. As a task assigner activated by movement, Muzziball helps children develop cognitive and motor skills while making learning more engaging.
Through interactive exercises, Muzziball reinforces key pedagogical concepts, including:
- Geometric Shapes – Recognizing and understanding spatial shapes through absolute position and motion.
- Counting – Strengthening basic math skills through interactive play.
- Colors – Enhancing color recognition and sensory learning.
By combining technology with physical interaction, Muzziball creates inclusive and dynamic learning environments, making education more accessible and enjoyable for students at all levels.
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FAQs
What is Muzziball?
Muzziball is an IoT device (deeptech/calmtech) for self-regulation, learning and play.
Read more: About Muzziball
Have you conducted any scientific research?
Yes, we are conducting continuous research. We have so far tested in kindergartens, schools, elderly homes and other healthcare and educational institutions.
Read more : Research, User Segments
Who is Muzziball for?
Muzziball is for everyone! But it’s especially meaningful for individuals who may have fewer opportunities to express themselves—whether through traditional instruments or physical movement.
Read more: User Segments
How can we try Muzziball?
If you—or someone you know—would like to try Muzziball, we’d love to hear from you!
We provide Muzziballs to schools, kindergartens, institutions, and other organizations through our all-in-one service system model: Muzzi-service. This fully-circular service includes everything from implementation and training to tech updates, content upgrades, and even repairs.
Read more: MuzziService
What inspired Muzziball?
The inventor of Muzziball, violinist Ingerine wanted to create a device that engaged children immediately, that inspired movement AND that simply felt good for a children’s performance that since has been named “Lysprinsesså “. This was the start of the IoT sensory ball Muzziball. When combined with being deeply moved and inspired while being guest-concertmaster in the Spor performance at Kilden in 2023 where she got to work with people with special needs for the first time and saw how important music and movement and creativity are for ALL people, she started Muzziball AS together with Aleksanda Jankovic, which aims to enable self-regulation, learning and play for ALL who need it!