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How We Can Hear Without Sound

How We Can Hear Without Sound

60-Second Mind

November 1, 20072m 45s

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Show Notes

Research published in Nature describes how spontaneous activity in a developing ear creates the mechanics of hearing in the absence of sound. Researchers say this might help explain the tortuous ringing of tinnitus.