In-lab performances
The lab is set up as a black box and is sufficiently large to house small in-lab concerts. These concerts have two aims: collecting research data and showcasing the research activities to interested people.
Out-of-lab performances
Over the years, researchers have also experimented with various types of out-of-lab research performances. From a data capture standpoint, it is advantageous to be in a controlled lab environment. However, the lab may be sub-optimal for creating good musical experiences. So we are exploring out-of-lab performance experiments in which lab equipment is used in regular performance venues. This is more challenging from a research perspective, but with the benefit of providing more "ecological" data.
Open day
The fourMs Lab participates in UiO's "Open Day" activities every year and has also participated in research fairs and other outreach activities many times.
Media appearances
Research from the fourMs lab has been featured in the media (newspapers, radio, TV) on several occasions.
Datasets
Data sets from the lab are stored on a UiO server, with proper security measures in place. The storage space can be mounted on virtual desktops (VDI), and this is typically where users perform their data processing and analyses.
Some data sets are made openly available, such as the Oslo Standstill Database. There is still a lot of data that has not been shared due to both privacy and copyright issues. The fourMs Lab is working on finding solutions to how more data can be shared openly, following the FAIR principles.