Mission

To undertake interdisciplinary research in the broad area of music and sound
To develop innovative approaches to the scientific study of music, media and technology
To promote the application of newer technologies in science and the creative and performing arts
To provide an advanced research training environment
To provide an internationally recognized crucible for the development of an interdisciplinary culture between artists and scientists
To disseminate research through a variety of media
To form partnerships with the public and para-public sectors in Quebec, Canada and internationally
To foster knowledge and technology transfer with industrial and commercial partners