2025 Neuroscience Art Contest

The piece explores the interplay between control and uncertainty as I near graduation, standing on a new stage of life. I chose Joe Hisaish's "Merry-Go-Round of Life" for its cyclical, whimsical tone, which underscores the evolving stages of life. The conductor's podium represents orchestrating one's future, although some notes are invisible, mirroring an unknown future. The 3D effect doubles and distorts, allowing the brain to process two different perspectives - each eye and each cortical region adding a unique layer to our experience. Like a symphony, it's only when those varied elements come together that we perceive the full depth of life. At the same time, each viewer's experience, your experience, is an integral part of the artwork. Our brains are not passive observers; they actively reconstruct what we see and feel. The illusions and depth only come to life through your unique perception, connecting the external image and internal understanding. In this way, you, the viewer, complete the artwork, beginning your own neural "performance" to the piece and reminding us that every mind orchestrates its reality.

"Neuron Doctrine" reflects the divine harmony of Heavenly Father's plan. LIke the notes in a symphony, each neural connection represents the inherited knowledge and purpose that has been handed down for generations and creates the beautiful synchronicity and symphonic nature of life.

A jazz trio of neurons making beautiful music. I think this is what happens in Bill Evans' brain.

When I was in 6th grade, I joined an orchestra as a beginner violinist. I didn't feel like I was contributing much, but as I practiced my part everyday I became an integral part of the orchestra. One neuron alone may not seem impactful, but when combined with other neurons, a neural symphony is created that transforms individual potential into a powerful harmonious force.