PinnedSophia OmarjiinUX CollectiveLife after Spotify: what no one tells you about life after layoffsIn December 2023, I was part of the 17% impacted by the layoffs at Spotify as a User Researcher. Since then, I have been navigating the…May 785May 785
Sophia OmarjiinILLUMINATIONForever Young: How Music Can Slow AgeingMaybe Alphaville could actually be the key to staying Forever Young. In fact, any music at all. If you’re looking for a reason to grab…Oct 1544Oct 1544
Sophia OmarjiinILLUMINATIONHow AI Can Help Bridge Cultural Gaps in Music TherapyAI may be the tool required to bridge cultural gaps in music therapy practice, to both foster a culturally sensitive experience for…Sep 2427Sep 2427
Sophia OmarjiinUX CollectiveCraving convenience: the psychology behind fast food kiosksWhilst tapping into our psychological need for autonomy and instant gratification, the UX design of fast food kiosks is shaping the…Aug 121Aug 121
Sophia OmarjiinBootcampSilent rejections: the ghosting epidemic in recruitmentRemember the nerve-wracking first date? The endless waiting, wondering if you blew it? Well, the current job market feels eerily similar.Jul 233Jul 233
Sophia OmarjiinILLUMINATIONThe Psychology of AI-Generated Music: How We Perceive and Respond to Machine-Made MelodiesThere is an ongoing debate around the ethics of AI-generated music, with many arguing it takes away from the essence of human creativity.Jun 2818Jun 2818
Sophia OmarjiinBootcampFrom academia to industry: what I’ve learnt as a psychologist turned UX researcherAfter completing my Master’s degree in Music Psychology, I transitioned from researching and writing essays to the world of UX research…May 181May 181
Sophia OmarjiinBrain LabsMusical Earworms: The Science Behind That Song Stuck in Your HeadWhy do some songs become earworms and what can music psychology tell us about getting them unstuck?Apr 94Apr 94
Sophia OmarjiinILLUMINATIONCan Music Be Classified as a Language?The ability of music to convey feelings, tell stories, and connect people transcends linguistic barriers. But can music truly be…Mar 5Mar 5
Sophia OmarjiinILLUMINATIONAre You What You Listen To? Exploring the Relationship Between Musical Taste and PersonalityFrom the soothing melodies of classical music to the blaring beats of hip-hop, we often value our musical tastes and collections as an…Feb 266Feb 266
