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Area of Science:

  • Neuroscience
  • Cognitive Science
  • Gerontology

Background:

  • Music engages multiple brain systems, serving as a model for experience-dependent neuroplasticity.
  • Existing research on music's effects on the brain lacks integration across structural, functional, and cerebrovascular findings.
  • The impact of music on higher-order cognitive processes, particularly in older adults, requires further clarification.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To systematically review and synthesize evidence on music-induced cortical adaptations, including structural, functional, and cerebrovascular changes.
  • To examine associations between neural adaptations and cognitive outcomes (attentional control, executive functioning, language processing) in adults aged 50 and above.
  • To provide a comprehensive overview of how music shapes brain plasticity and cognitive function across the adult lifespan.

Main Methods:

  • Systematic literature search across multiple databases (PubMed, Scopus, PsycINFO, etc.) using controlled vocabularies and MeSH terms.
  • Inclusion of diverse study designs (RCTs, observational studies) and rigorous quality assessment using established tools (RoB 2.0, ROBINS-I, STROBE, NHLBI).
  • Data synthesis using narrative synthesis (SWiM) and meta-analysis where appropriate, with evidence certainty assessed by GRADE.

Main Results:

  • This section will be populated upon completion of the systematic review.
  • Anticipated findings include detailed characterization of music-related structural and functional brain changes.
  • Expected outcomes will link neural modifications to specific cognitive enhancements in older adults.

Conclusions:

  • This systematic review protocol establishes a robust framework for evaluating music's influence on brain health and cognitive function in aging adults.
  • The findings will integrate structural, functional, and cerebrovascular evidence to elucidate music-induced neuroplasticity.
  • This research aims to clarify how music engagement translates into tangible cognitive and behavioral benefits for older individuals.