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April 24, 2026 at 06:20 PM
Why Do We Love Movies? This New 'Smart' Movie Theater Tracks Viewers' Brain Waves and Heart Rates To Find Out
Source:
Smithsonian Magazine
Researchers at the University of Bristol are using a 'smart' movie theater to track viewers' brain waves and heart rates, aiming to understand the universal appeal of the cinema experience.
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University of Bristol