This last meeting aims to explore the multidisciplinary nature of art—including visual arts, music, theatre, and dance—offering both a scientific perspective and insights into the inclusive projects of contemporary cultural institutions. It will investigate how aesthetic experiences can be the focus of neuroscientific research and how they contribute to the therapeutic relationship for individuals facing illness
In line with the current exhibition “Preserving the Brain: A Call to Action“, the meeting will discuss the prevention of both pathological and natural cognitive impairments, brain plasticity, and cognitive reserve, emphasizing the importance of mental health, cultural stimuli, and social engagement.
This event is part of talks among friends, a series of meetings organized by miart, the international modern and contemporary art fair held by Fiera Milano, in collaboration with five institutions in Milan.
PROGRAM
2:15 – 3:15 PM / 3 – 4 PM / 3:45 – 4:45 PM
Guided tours of the exhibition Preserving the Brain: A Call to Action
conducted by young researchers from the Vita-Salute San Raffaele University, with an introduction by Fondazione Prada facilitators.
5 PM
Talk at Cinema Godard
Introduction
Chiara Costa, Fondazione Prada
Nicola Ricciardi, MIART
Round table
moderator Cornelia Mattiacci, Fondazione Prada
Speakers:
Letizia Leocani, Neuroscienziata e Professore associato in Neurologia dell’Università Vita-Salute San Raffaele di Milano;
Rita Pezzati, Psicologa, Psicoterapeuta e Professore della Scuola Universitaria Professionale della Svizzera Italiana (SUPSI) e Dante Carbini, Attore, Formatore e Trainer;
Michele Porcu e Mary Zurigo, Gruppo di ricerca Z.E.A.-Zone di Esplorazione Artistica and NABA Nuova Accademia di Belle Arti Milano professors;
Linda Montecchiani, persona con Sclerosi Multipla e presidente di Avvicin’Arti.
6.15-6.45 PM Q&A with the public