# Sentiosonics: The study of the interaction between sound and sentience

> Sentiosonics is an information site about sound and consciousness: original articles, summaries of published research on brainwave entrainment and sound therapies, and responses to press coverage.

Sentiosonics is a groundbreaking interdisciplinary concept, representing the seamless integration of sensory neuroscience, consciousness theory, and sonic engineering. Modern technology enables the precise manipulation of sound frequencies and vibrations, and with the measurement tools available we are now able to dive deeply into the effects and potential uses of sound in many fields.

Sentiosonics is published by Pirate & Fox LLC (https://pirateandfox.com). Editor: Justin Handley.

## What is here

- **Ideas & articles** (https://sentiosonics.com/articles/): Original articles by some of the most cutting edge thinkers on the topics of sound, consciousness, vibration, and reality.
- **The science** (https://sentiosonics.com/research/): For the brave of heart and mind, we are working on building a library of the current evidence for and against the efficacy of sound technologies.
- **In the news** (https://sentiosonics.com/news/): The mainstream press is starting to catch on. We help synthesize the information being published and call them out when they get it wrong.
- **Listen** (https://sentiosonics.com/listen/): Spotify playlists grouped by the kind of audio.
- **The science behind** (https://sentiosonics.com/science/brainwave-entrainment/): explainers on brainwave entrainment, sound healing, the Psychoactive Project and 3D immersive audio.

## How to read this site

Every piece says what it is: research summaries link to the paper; articles report and explain with sources; opinion is labeled opinion; news items link to other people's coverage with our take. Research summaries carry an evidence grade (strong, moderate, mixed, weak, not supported, untested) once graded.

## Latest articles

- [The Science and Practice of Sound in Meditation: From Ancient Chanting to Modern Brainwave Entrainment](https://sentiosonics.com/articles/the-science-and-practice-of-sound-in-meditation-from-ancient-chanting-to-modern-brainwave-entrainment.md) (Oct 27, 2025): Sound has been integral to meditation practices for thousands of years, yet only recently have we begun to understand the mechanisms by which auditory stimuli can facilitate altered states of consciousness and deep meditative experiences. From the resonant tones of Tibetan singing bowls to the rhythmic chants of Buddhist monks, from the immersive wash of
- [Vibroacoustic Therapy: The Science Behind Its Soothing Effects](https://sentiosonics.com/articles/vibroacoustic-therapy-the-science-behind-its-soothing-effects.md) (Aug 18, 2024): Discover Vibroacoustic Therapy: Using sound vibrations for relaxation, stress relief, and enhanced well-being. Explore its science and benefits.
- [Discover the Bonny Method: A Powerful Tool for Self-Exploration](https://sentiosonics.com/articles/discover-the-bonny-method-a-powerful-tool-for-self-exploration.md) (Jul 4, 2024): Unlock the transformative power of the Bonny Method, combining classical music and guided imagery for self-exploration and personal growth.
- [The Schumann Resonance: Separating Fact from Fiction](https://sentiosonics.com/articles/the-schumann-resonance-separating-fact-from-fiction.md) (Apr 3, 2024): The Schumann Resonance is a natural phenomenon that has captured the interest of scientists and enthusiasts alike. However, it is often surrounded by speculation and…
- [The Monroe Institute Creation Station](https://sentiosonics.com/articles/the-monroe-institute-creation-station.md) (Mar 1, 2024): In the spring of 2022, The Monroe Institute (TMI) in West Virgina, USA, ran an experiential course called Creation Station. The purpose of the course was to provide creatives the…

## Research library (18 studies)

- [Cai and colleagues (2025): Singing bowls in clinical studies: a systematic review](https://sentiosonics.com/research/cai-2025-singing-bowls-systematic-review.md)
- [Chan and colleagues (2025): Two years of daily 40 Hz light and sound in five people with mild Alzheimer’s](https://sentiosonics.com/research/chan-2025-gamma-sensory-stimulation-alzheimers.md)
- [Melnichuk, Cooper and Hawk (2025): Which binaural beat settings entrain the brain, and do they help attention?](https://sentiosonics.com/research/melnichuk-2025-binaural-beats-sustained-attention.md)
- [Venkatesan and colleagues (2025): Monaural beats inside music reduce anxiety; beats alone do not](https://sentiosonics.com/research/venkatesan-2025-monaural-beats-music-anxiety.md)
- [Xiong and colleagues (2025): Binaural beats for anxiety and pain around surgery: a meta-analysis of 15 trials](https://sentiosonics.com/research/xiong-2025-binaural-beats-perioperative-anxiety-meta-analysis.md)
- [Yang and colleagues (2025): Theta, alpha and beta binaural beats all lowered blood pressure, and equally](https://sentiosonics.com/research/yang-2025-binaural-beats-autonomic-students.md)
- [Dos Anjos and colleagues (2024): Isochronic-style tones shift EEG power more than gamma binaural beats](https://sentiosonics.com/research/dos-anjos-2024-auditory-beats-eeg-power.md)
- [Duecker and colleagues (2024): Is “entrainment” what the brain is actually doing? A methods review](https://sentiosonics.com/research/duecker-2024-neural-entrainment-challenges.md)
- [Aparecido-Kanzler, Cidral-Filho and Prediger (2021): Binaural beats and isochronic tones: a systematic literature review](https://sentiosonics.com/research/effects-of-binaural-beats-and-isochronic-tones-on-brain-wave-modulation-literature-review.md)
- [Reiner, Gruzelier and Bamidis (2017): Cognitive enhancement: a system view](https://sentiosonics.com/research/reiner-2013-delta-frequency-brainwave-entrainment-and-working-memory.md)
- [Gao and colleagues (2014): EEG activity during binaural beats at four frequencies](https://sentiosonics.com/research/gao-2014-alpha-frequency-brainwave-entrainment-and-attentional-control.md)
- [Gruzelier (2009): A theory of alpha/theta neurofeedback and creative performance](https://sentiosonics.com/research/gruzelier-2009-beta-entrainment-for-mood-improvement-and-increased-focus.md)
- [Thompson and Thompson (2009): QEEG and neurofeedback for assessment and intervention in ADHD](https://sentiosonics.com/research/thompson-and-thompson-2008-alpha-and-theta-entrainment-for-reduced-hyperactivity-and-improved-focus-in-children-with-adhd.md)
- [Huang and Charyton (2008): A systematic review of the psychological effects of brainwave entrainment](https://sentiosonics.com/research/huang-and-colleagues-2014-exploring-theta-frequency-effects.md)
- [Wahbeh and colleagues (2007): Binaural beat technology in humans: two pilot studies](https://sentiosonics.com/research/wahbeh-and-colleagues-2007-alpha-and-theta-entrainment-for-pain-reduction-in-fibromyalgia.md)
- [Jaušovec, Jaušovec and Gerlič (2006): Mozart’s music and brain activity during learning](https://sentiosonics.com/research/memory-improvement-study-conducted-by-jausovec-and-colleagues.md)
- [Monastra, Monastra and George (2002): EEG biofeedback, stimulants and parenting style in children with ADHD](https://sentiosonics.com/research/monastra-and-colleagues-2002-theta-entrainment-for-mitigating-behavioral-problems-in-children-with-adhd.md)
- [Oster (1973): Auditory beats in the brain](https://sentiosonics.com/research/oster-1973-alpha-entrainment-for-anxiety-reduction-in-generalized-anxiety-disorder.md)

## In the news

- [Navigating the Complexities of Schumann Resonance: A Response to Skeptoid’s Oversimplifications](https://sentiosonics.com/news/navigating-the-complexities-of-schumann-resonance-a-response-to-skeptoids-oversimplifications.md) on Skeptoid
- [Brain Waves Synchronize when People Interact](https://sentiosonics.com/news/brain-waves-synchronize-when-people-interact.md) on Scientific American
- [Forbes misses the mark on ‘The Science of Sound’](https://sentiosonics.com/news/forbes-misses-the-mark-on-the-science-of-sound.md) on Forbes