Like humans, insects possess sensory organs responsible for vision, hearing, smell, taste, and touch. For vision, insects ...

Researchers in Göttingen, Germany, have elucidated the structure and function of otoferlin, a protein that plays a crucial ...

We are scientists and engineers who are exploring ways to use heart sounds to detect disease earlier and more accurately. Our research suggests that combining stethoscopes with artificial intelligence ...

The boundary between human and artificial voices is becoming increasingly blurred. While we thought we could easily ...

Listening to bird songs and calls can help identify species and connect with the sounds of nature. An ornithologist provides ...

If you’ve ever been startled awake by what sounds like a woman screaming in the distance, only to discover it’s actually a fox, you’re not alone. The blood-curdling screams foxes make during the night ...

A genetically modified pig lung remained viable and functional over a period of 9 days after being transplanted into a human recipient who had been declared brain dead, according to research published ...

Data from a new study links a pair of duplicated genes to human brain features. The research provides a roadmap for scientists to gain a deeper understanding of brain function and evolution, as well ...

Recently, there has been significant pressure on DEI initiatives, which in turn has led to a worldwide reaction and re-evaluation. In response, many organizations are quietly re‑badging or relocating ...

A comparison close-up photo of an American Bully dog breed: one has the natural look, the other has the ears cropped. (Photo from iStock royalty-free images.) Ear cropping and tail docking are ...