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Can Language Induce Altered States of Perception? | Keynote by Addy from Ekkolápto
WHAT ⭐️:
• What if you could think in smells instead of words, visuals, or sounds? Addy Cha from Ekkolápto will be presenting his latest work on what he calls an Olfactory Language–a constructed language (conlang) that uses physical smells as symbols and words rather than shapes and sounds from typical language.
• Addy's presentation will cover the origins of this language and how training on it may modify our sense of self, memories, and perception.
• More info on this project can be found here: https://ekkolapto.substack.com/p/can-language-induce-altered-states
• Hosted by: Addy (Ekkolapto.org)
• Photos and video by Ekkolápto. Previous events at MIT and FAU.
WHEN 🗓️:
• Thursday April 24rd from 3PM EST to 5PM EDT.
WHO 👀:
• Curious researchers and students across STEM, medicine, and philosophy. Even if you think you aren't a fit for this event, apply anyways!
SCHEDULE 🗒️:
• 3PM to 3:15PM: Check-in.
• 3:15PM to 4PM: Addy's Presentation on Olfactory Languages.
• 4PM to 5PM: Q/A + Discussion.
WHERE📍:
• Located in Florida Atlantic University's Rubin Gruber AI Sandbox.