International experts publish guidelines on the administration of gene therapy for hereditary hearing loss
Up to 60% of congenital and early-onset hearing loss is caused by genetic mutations in an inherited gene,…
Researchers discover genetic cause of hearing loss and identify possible treatments
Researchers have understood for decades that some forms of deafness are inherited, yet until now, few of those…
Discovery of CPD gene mutations sheds light on rare congenital hearing loss
Mutations in a gene known as CPD play a crucial role in a rare form of congenital hearing…
Mother’s voice promotes development of language pathways in preemies’ brains
Hearing the sound of their mother’s voice promotes development of language pathways in a premature baby’s brain, according…
Brain activity reveals sound outperforms touch in sensing musical rhythm
How do people keep the beat to music? When people listen to songs, slow waves of activity in…
Slow speech improves rhythm control in people with ALS
Speech rhythm, a key attribute of natural languages that directly influences the effectiveness and efficiency of communication, is…
Six million Italian workers to retire in next 10 years – Business
Italy’s workforce is going to lose over six million people who are set to retire in the next…