Neuroaesthetics: a narrative review of neuroimaging techniques

Abstract

As a new discipline, neuroaesthetics has developed rapidly to become an important branch of neuroscience. The study of neuroaesthetics is of great significance to understanding the mechanisms underlying human aesthetics. In this review, we briefly define neuroaesthetics, and then review the current state of aesthetics research with a focus on single-modal and multi-modal neuroimaging technologies using the visual and auditory modalities. Finally, we summarize current challenges and trends in the field.