The strange behavior of sound through solids
Not everything needs to be seen to be believed; certain things are more readily heard, like a train approaching its station. In a recent paper, published in Physical Review Letters, researchers have put their ears to the rail, discovering a new prope.....»»
Digital food ordering drives increased indulgence and spending, study reveals
As restaurants increasingly embrace technology for placing food orders, a new University of South Florida study reveals that digital ordering platforms significantly influence consumer behavior, often leading to more indulgent food choices and increa.....»»
Stress granules found to play an unsuspected role in blood vessel formation
The behavior of the cells that make up our blood vessels is crucial to our well-being. Conditions such as inflammation, oxygen deprivation and viral infection can stress these cells and disrupt the formation of new, often pathological, blood vessels......»»
Sony Bravia Theatre Quad review: Big-sound dreams do come true
Your big-sound dreams can come true in a smaller package — but that doesn't mean you won't have to pay a pretty penny for it......»»
Fruit fly post-mating behavior controlled by male-derived peptide via command neurons, finds study
Scientists have succeeded in pinpointing the neurons within a female fruit fly's brain that respond to signals from the male during mating......»»
UK village fights to turn back tide of climate change
Kevin Jordan thought he would spend his retirement listening to the sound of the sea at his home on the Norfolk coast in eastern England......»»
Beach cleans aren"t just good for the sea—they can boost mental health and encourage better behavior
I love exploring the shoreline. I wander along my local Devon beach at least once a week, and my curiosity is naturally pulled to the high water line. I enjoy discovering pretty shells but also the rubbish that the sea has washed in. The colors, shap.....»»
Early riser: The sun is already starting its next solar cycle—despite being halfway through its current one
The first rumblings of the sun's next 11-year solar cycle have been detected in sound waves inside our home star—even though it is only halfway through its current one......»»
Research team observes courtship of leopard seals off the coast of South America
A study led by Baylor University biologist Sarah Kienle, Ph.D., and published in the journal Polar Biology has unveiled the first paired observations of sexual behavior and vocalizations in wild leopard seals. Kienle and her team's third published st.....»»
Switch 2 is around the corner, but Nintendo announces a new Switch accessory anyway
Oddly timed accessory is released as the Switch's life cycle is winding down. Nintendo's Joy-Con Charging Stand (Two-Way) seems useful, but it's coming out at a strange time in.....»»
New fossil snake species provides insight into reptile social behavior and development
A newly discovered snake species, Hibernophis breithaupti, provides rare insight into the social behavior of snakes and fills some gaps in our knowledge of the evolution of boas, or boidae. The quartet of fossilized snakes discovered in western Wyomi.....»»
Duckweed, a small aquatic plant, could revolutionize the food of tomorrow
The idea of eating aquatic plants might sound unappetizing at first......»»
Scientists identify brain circuits tied to the behavior of schooling fish
A flock of migrating geese glides through the summer sky in an unmistakable "V" formation… a thundering herd of bison rumbles across the plains as a formidable group... and a massive school of sardines swims mesmerizingly in unison......»»
Spotify’s AI DJ now speaks Spanish
Spotify ‘s AI DJ is about to sound a bit different, as the company has announced the launch of a Spanish-language voice called . The is a personal AI assistant that already knows your music tastes (based on your Spotify listening habits) and wi.....»»
These Sennheiser headphones are so light you’ll forget you’re wearing them
The Sennheiser HD 599 SE headphones provide excellent sound and are extremely comfortable to wear, and best of all, they're only $90 from Amazon for Prime Day......»»
This JBL soundbar Prime Day deal cuts the price to $330 from $600
Bring bigger and bolder sound to your living room with the JBL Bar 5.1 Surround, now on sale for just $330!.....»»
New tech helps find hidden details in whale, cassowary and other barely audible animal calls
Over the past few decades, animal sounds have seen a huge surge in research. Advances in recording equipment and analysis techniques have driven new insights into animal behavior, population distribution, taxonomy and anatomy......»»
Telescope tag-team discovers 10 strange and exotic pulsars
Towards the center of our Milky Way galaxy, in the constellation Sagittarius, astronomers have discovered 10 monstrous neutron stars. These particular stars, called pulsars, reside together in globular cluster Terzan 5, a crowded home for hundreds of.....»»
The Google Pixel 9’s camera specs leaked, and they sound phenomenal
If you're planning to purchase a phone from the upcoming Google Pixel 9 series, we have some terrific news for you; especially if you are a photographer......»»
Q&A: "We lost instruments chewed or crunched by bears and sea otters"—how a researcher listens for elusive belugas
Dr. Manuel Castellote studies the behavior and conservation of whales and dolphins. After beginning his academic career in Spain, he now works in the United States, applying acoustic techniques to learn more about cetaceans—especially beluga whales.....»»
You Asked: Atmos, apartment surround sound, and the $500 challenge
In this week's You Asked: How to get cinematic sound in an apartment without pissing off your neighbors. In-ceiling 7.1 surround versus 5.1.2 Atmos surround......»»