In an effort to better understand how the inner ear can hear the quietest of noises, researchers from Yale University ...

LOS ANGELES — Scientists have made a groundbreaking discovery about the origins of the human outer ear, revealing that this distinctive mammalian feature evolved from an unexpected source: fish gills.

The outer ear is unique to mammals, but its evolutionary origin has remained a mystery. According to a new study published in Nature from the USC Stem Cell lab of Gage Crump, this intricate coil of ...

Deafness represents a profound hearing loss affecting approximately half a million Americans, creating significant communication challenges. People experiencing deafness might hear absolutely nothing ...