Researchers use optogenetics to determine Merkel cells can sense touch.
Researchers map how pain is distributed across the body without touch sensation.
A new study shows how tactile sensations are coded at the cellular level in the brain.
Researchers report human echolocation works in tandem with other senses to help deliver vital information for those with visual impairments.
Activating specific spinal cord neurons can reduce pain and itching, a new study reports.
Infants in the first four months of life feel when people tickle them and wiggle their feet without connecting the sensation to that person, a new study reports.
A new study reports that being pleasantly surprised or disappointed with a certain food product can change a person's mood.
A researcher investigates why we find it impossible to tickle ourselves.
Researchers report that in a patient who lost their hand almost three decades ago, the brain maintains an accurate representation of the missing fingers.
A new study reports the oral perception of coldness and carbonation can help to reduce thirst.
Researchers report climate change is disrupting the sensory systems of fish, making them swim towards predators, rather than away.
Researchers use passive haptic learning to teach people Morse code.
