"The methodology proposes using in-depth interviews to collect memory descriptions, which are turned into visual prompts for Generative Artificial Intelligence (GEN-AI) to digitally reconstruct and preserve personal memories. Participants review and refine these images to ensure they accurately reflect their memories. As a result, the person receives a printed and digital version of the generated image, which becomes what we call a 'Memory Vector', a visual tangible representation of their memories that strengthens the emotional connection individuals have with their past and present."
"Synthetic Memories have proven especially relevant to supporting reminiscence therapy for individuals with early-stage dementia and other neurodegenerative diseases, fostering intergenerational dialogue between older and younger generations, bridging cultural differences and promoting mutual respect among migrant communities, aiding in mental health recovery and trauma processing, and preserving and celebrating cultural and architectural heritage. It can be used in museums, schools, community and cultural centres, hospitals, care homes,"
Synthetic Memories recreates and preserves personal memories at risk of being lost by converting spoken and written descriptions into visual images. It supports individuals experiencing memory loss due to ageing, displacement, or neurological disease to reconnect with past experiences and maintain identity continuity. The initiative aids reminiscence therapy for early-stage dementia, fosters intergenerational dialogue, bridges cultural differences among migrants, supports mental health recovery and trauma processing, and preserves cultural and architectural heritage. The methodology uses in-depth interviews to generate visual prompts for generative AI, followed by participant review and refinement, producing printed and digital 'Memory Vectors' that strengthen emotional connection to past and present. Applications include museums, schools, care homes, hospitals, community centres, and public spaces.
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