Science and Dream Machine
Photostimulation: a brain illumination
The Dream Machine generates a sequence of light flashes, each carefully programmed according to the selected session.
Through your closed eyelids, these light stimuli are filtered, allowing for a gentle but rhythmic activation of your retina. Each session includes phases where the rhythm of the flashes remains stable, allowing the establishment of the photic control phenomenon.
This clever process acts as a guide for your brain, bringing it into harmonious synchronization with the light rhythm, and thus, into altered states of consciousness.
Photic piloting: the luminous harmony of the brain
The rhythmic activation of the retina induced by the Dream Machine is relayed to the primary visual areas of the brain , through the optic chiasm and the lateral geniculate bodies.
There's no need to dwell on the technical details of this transmission to understand the impressive effect the Dream Machine has on our brains.
In fact, once the frequency of the light stimulation reaches the primary visual areas, the latter begin to resonate in unison with the Dream Machine , like a musician synchronizing with his metronome.
This captivating effect occurs for rhythms ranging from a few oscillations per second (corresponding to the brain's delta rhythm) to several dozen cycles per second (gamma rhythms). This phenomenon, known as "photic drive" (or neural entrainment), appears to vary from one individual to another and evolve over time.
Stable dynamics for an immersive visual experience
Photic control guides the visual areas towards adaptation . Depending on the stimulation frequency, specific neuronal activity dynamics will be established and maintained throughout the duration of the program.
These "steady states" are the source of the unique visual experience experienced by the Dream Machine user. This experience encompasses shapes , colors , and movements that correspond to specific Dream Machine sessions.
Each experience can be more intense depending on certain ranges of stimulation, a phenomenon that mathematical models have helped to understand.
This is where the Dream Machine team's expertise comes into play. By carefully crafting sessions , we manipulate different frequencies to optimize your experience , drawing on our extensive knowledge in this field.
The kaleidoscopic experience of the Dream Machine is fascinating in itself, but the technology's appeal doesn't end there. Many people use the Dream Machine to alter their brain activity beyond the visual areas, opening the door to a new world of inner exploration.
A journey beyond visual zones
The brain , this incredible biological machine, is the dynamic center of rhythmic electrical activities that are fundamental to all our actions, from perception to execution. These rhythms, despite more than a century of dedicated research, continue to fascinate neuroscientists.
However, some characteristics of these rhythms have been clearly established. For example, a correlation has been found between the alpha rhythm and attention (Foxe & Snyder, 2011), while the gamma rhythm is associated with cognitive operations , particularly those related to associative processes (Herrmann et al., 2010). These rhythms, which have their own endogenous causes, vary depending on the individual's state of consciousness . A well-known example is sleep, where slower rhythms are observed.
Due to its structure, intense activity in a specific brain region tends to spread throughout the entire organ (Baars, 2017). This phenomenon is particularly visible with stroboscopic stimulation (Tsoneva et al., 2021). The activity spreads from back to front, from the occipital areas to the front of the brain, influencing the rhythmic activity of these regions involved in high-level cognitive functions, such as reasoning, memory, creativity, and self-regulation.
Statistics that speak for themselves
86%
Dreamers have hypnotic and fascinating visions*
71%
of Dreamers feel a deep calm from the first use*
72%
Dreamers experience a captivating immersion*
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studies that prove the impact of photostimulation on the brain*
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Exploring the potential of the Dream Machine
Photostimulation is also a tool that opens up new perspectives for daily well-being and mental health.
Stroboscopic stimulation has shown remarkable effectiveness in improving various facets of our mental life. It has been shown to stimulate creativity, particularly by improving verbal fluency , the ability to quickly produce ideas and words (Huang & Charyton, 2008).
This technology has also proven effective in stress and pain management , offering a non-invasive alternative to achieve a state of tranquility and comfort. Additionally, it could play a preventative role in migraines , providing relief to those affected by this debilitating condition.
But the possibilities of stroboscopic technology don't stop there. Promising studies suggest that its use could have beneficial effects on neurodegenerative diseases, such as Alzheimer's disease . This technology could potentially mitigate the effects of this disease, offering new hope to patients and their families (He et al., 2021).
Furthermore, it could play a significant role in the treatment of depression , a condition that affects millions of people worldwide. Research shows that stroboscopic stimulation may have antidepressant effects, offering a new avenue for treating this complex and often debilitating condition (Kim et al., 2016).
In this ever-evolving world of neurotechnology, stroboscopic technology presents itself as a promising and versatile tool, offering new possibilities for improving our well-being and mental health. This exciting research is just the beginning of a journey toward a better understanding of our brain and its incredible potential.
We've taken this stroboscopic technology, once confined to research labs, and made it accessible to everyone. With the Dream Machine, we're putting cutting-edge neuroscience technology in your hands, allowing you to discover and explore the fascinating depths of your own mind.
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