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The image shows a deep dissection of brain-stem. Lateral view. The "Inferior colliculus" is yellow, and is labeled at left.

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·October 1, 2013·2 min read

Decoding Sounds’ Source: Researchers Unravel Part of Mystery

A new study provides insight into how localized hearing works in the brain.

The image shows the location of the inner ear hair.

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·September 17, 2013·2 min read

Researchers Gain Insight into Protective Mechanisms for Hearing Loss

Isl1 gene expression protects mice against age related and noise induced hearing loss, a new study finds.

This image demonstrates how our hearing mechanism works.

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·July 23, 2013·2 min read

Brain Picks Out Salient Sounds from Background Noise by Tracking Frequency and Time

A new study reveals how our brains are able to pick out important sounds in a noisy environment. Researchers believe their findings could lead to a new diagnostic test for hearing disorders.

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·September 18, 2012·3 min read

Theory: Music Underlies Language Acquisition

Contrary to the prevailing theories that music and language are cognitively separate or that music is a byproduct of language, theorists at Rice University’s Shepherd School of Music and the University of Maryland, College Park (UMCP) advocate that music underlies the ability to acquire language.

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·September 6, 2012·2 min read

Noisy Surroundings Take Toll on Short-term Memory

Scientists found that adverse listening situations are difficult for the brain, partly because they draw on the same, limited resources supporting our short-term memory. The new findings are particularly relevant to understanding the cognitive consequences of hearing damage, a condition that affects an increasing number of people.

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·July 10, 2012·4 min read

Study Shows the Deaf Brain Processes Touch Differently

Lacking sound input, the primary auditory cortex “feels” touch. The finding reveals how the early loss of a sense affects brain development. It adds to a growing list of discoveries that confirm the impact of experiences and outside influences in molding the developing brain.