The neuroscience of dance takes center stage

Neuron. 2025 Mar 19;113(6):808-813. doi: 10.1016/j.neuron.2025.01.016. Epub 2025 Mar 10.

Abstract

This paper explores the trajectory and horizons of dance neuroscience. Bridging art and science to reveal neurobiological underpinnings of skilled movement, multisensory integration, social interaction, and aesthetics, researchers in this field are creatively channeling methodological innovation to maximize interdisciplinary impact.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Brain / physiology
  • Dancing* / physiology
  • Humans
  • Neurosciences* / methods