Katharina Wegner
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Katharina Wegner’s research lies at the compelling intersection of music cognition, social bonding, and multisensory perception. Her most cited work, “Blame it on the bossa nova” (2017, 18 citations), demonstrates a groundbreaking cross-modal transfer effect: music perceived as “sexy” can alter how individuals subsequently experience the sensuality of touch. This finding suggests that music functions as a powerful social technology, subtly shaping interpersonal behaviors linked to mating and affiliation. By experimentally linking auditory emotion to tactile perception, Wegner provides novel evidence for how music may promote social cohesion through non-conscious sensory pathways. Her contributions extend beyond traditional music psychology, offering fresh insights into the embodied and relational dimensions of aesthetic experience. Though her citation count reflects a focused, emerging body of work, the originality of her paradigm—bridging music, emotion, and touch—marks her as a distinctive voice in affective science. For students and researchers, Wegner’s research invites a deeper appreciation of how even fleeting musical moments can ripple through our sensory world, influencing how we connect with others.
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