When soft music is playing in the background, a brief exchange with a robot can evoke unexpected feelings of intimacy. Researchers were surprised to discover how much of a role the background music ...

It takes more than words to cure a lonely heart. Scientists have discovered that adding music to a robot's repertoire makes it feel more lifelike and emotionally supportive.

Researchers at the University of Waterloo have developed a system that allows humans to ...

Imagine listening to your favorite song and watching it transform into a glowing painting created by moving robots.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Marcus Choi, Helen J Shen, Dez Duron and Darren Criss of the Broadway musical "Maybe Happy Ending," photographed at the Belasco ...

Loneliness has a critical impact on the mental health of citizens, particularly among the elderly. Robots capable of perceiving and responding to ...

A system developed by researchers at the University of Waterloo lets people collaborate with groups of robots to create works of art inspired by music. The new technology features multiple wheeled ...

In a fascinating blend of technology and artistry, researchers present a study in PeerJ Computer Science, showcasing how humanoid robots can collaborate seamlessly with human musicians during live ...

Live events are constantly evolving. From immersive stage design to interactive installations, audiences now expect more than ...

A line in "Maybe Happy Ending" describes the lives of fireflies, the once-ubiquitous insects that magically produce their own light. "They only live for two months. But what a beautiful two months." ...