D.S. Lee Foundation Mind Art Experiential Lab (MAELab)
“When Art meets Science, it creates wonders”
Located at Block 29, Level 2 of Alexandra Hospital, MAELab is an innovative space that showcases seasonal curations of mental health themes. Visitors will be in for a visual and cognitive discovery of how art, mindfulness and various transdisciplinary research areas can give rise to creative and integrative interventions for the community.
Our exhibitions seek to raise awareness on mental health, evoke reflective moments and provide an experiential journey that will leave you impacted.
The experience will inspire you to take concrete steps towards mental wellness.
Beyond that it offers a flexible multipurpose space for activities and workshops to be conducted at. MAELab hopes to fund creative initiatives that demonstrate the benefits of the creative arts (music, visual arts, performance arts, dance and movement, literary arts, etc.) in the community.
Curations
Ongoing Exhibition
Nature's Embrace
Launched on 21 March 2024 by Minister Desmond Lee, the exhibition offers an immersive exploration of the profound connection between nature and mental well-being. This exhibition blends creative exhibits with the healing elements of nature, exploring the transformative link between mindfulness and the mind-body-nature connection.
Past Exhibitions
Arts, Mindfulness, & the Ageing Brain
The themed sections showcase an exciting mix of artworks featuring arts in the community and mind-body-space connection, which promoted mental health awareness. The interface between mental wellness and art was explored and local research on how lifestyle changes mitigate the effects of ageing was presented.
Teens & Kin
Unveiled on 1 July, the second exhibition puts the spotlight on youth mental health. We are excited to see how this uniquely themed curation can initiate conversations about intergenerational bonding and enhance the resilience of our youth.
A Message From
Emeritus Professor Leo Tan
National University of Singapore
Chairperson, Art Science Council, Yeo Boon Khim Mind Science Centre
The uniqueness of the Mind Science Centre lies in its aims to enhance emotional resilience and optimise cognitive performance through a non-drug approach to preventative mental health. Both normal and at- risk segments of the population are the targets. Helping Mind Science Centre means helping us to live happier and meaningful lives.
A Message From
Ms Low Hwee Hwee
Senior Art Therapist, National University Hospital (NUH)
Member, Art Science Council, Yeo Boon Khim Mind Science Centre
The key role of MAELab is to encourage and present evidence-based research on art and mental health. It is also pivotal in introducing pilot programmes in creative arts to the community. Through these, we hope to bring about greater awareness to bridge the gap between arts and science to show the impact of arts on our well-being.
A Message From
Mdm Elisabeth Clarice Esther Gustava De Rothschild
Architect, Francium Pte Ltd
Member, Art Science Council, Yeo Boon Khim Mind Science Centre
The Mind Science Center offers us an opportunity to see how we can all help the community at large through various art and meditation programs. The first exhibition showed examples of how Art and Music can help those suffering from dementia and it was a privilege to help Professor John Wong and be part of that initial journey. The team at the Mind Center, with the contribution of many qualified volunteers, wishes to create innovative programs to prevent mental disorders and depression in the community. We should be thankful for their work.
Arts & Mind Grant
MAELab’s Arts & Mind Grant recognises the integration of arts and mental health as an emerging yet fast establishing interdisciplinary field. Opening avenues for discussion and expanding understanding on the various intersections of arts and mental health, this grant empowers both professionals, students, artists, and/or academics to delve into new pilot projects. Ultimately, MAELab hopes to bring translational research into the community.
Art Science Council
Professor Emeritus Leo Tan (Chairperson)
National University of Singapore
Dr Ang Seng Bin
Family Physician, Senior Consultant, Head of Menopause Unit, KK Women's and Children's Hospital
Dr Angelia Sia
Deputy Director, Centre for Urban Greenery & Ecology, National Parks Board
Mdm Elisabeth Clarice Esther Gustava De Rothschild
Architect, Francium Pte Ltd
Dr Donald Yeo Hong Huang
Clinical Neuropsychologist, KALL Psychological & Counselling Services
A/Prof Lim Tit Meng
Chief Executive, Singapore Science Centre
Ms Loo Hwee Hwee
Senior Art Therapist, National University Hospital
Dr Mabel Yap
Director (Professional Training and Assessment Standards Division), Ministry of Health
Ms Suenne Megan Tan
Senior Director (Museum Planning & Audience Engagement), National Gallery Singapore
A/Prof John Wong Chee Meng
Director, Yeo Boon Khim Mind Science Centre