Cultural Brains Shanghai aims to transcend standard technical images (such as satellite views, single-point perspectives, and orthographic projections) that traditionally define human habitats. Through diverse sensory stimuli, from neural activity and machine learning interpretation to the study of human movement, we are redefining our engagement with the city and its inhabitants, fostering a multidimensional understanding that enriches our perception and thinking.

In this practical workshop, participants:

- Using new mapping techniques to uncover hidden aspects of urban environments.
- Explore how our brains perceive and interact with urban environments through biological sensors such as EEG and eye tracking, collecting precise data on human perception.
- Rapid prototyping of urban designs, using Blender's world-building techniques and generative AI tools to translate collected data into actionable insights for urban design.
- Apply neuroperception knowledge directly to spatial planning processes.

Selected works will be exhibited at the 14th Shanghai Biennale, showcasing the synergy between technology, human perception, and spatial awareness in our evolving global urban landscapes.

Instructors: Direct Tomorrow Lab, Leticia Izquierdo