Study points to the evolutionary and developmental similarities between sensory cells in the inner ear and skin.
Studying bats, researchers discover how the sense of touch plays a key role in powered flight.
Researchers use optogenetics to determine Merkel cells can sense touch.
Researchers have identified a mechanoreceptor protein which mediates the sense of touch in mammals.
Researchers look at how sensory organs in the skin work, The findings may help solve certain sensory pain disorders.
