Key to super-sensory hearing? Newly identified hearing organ in bushcrickets' ears may inspire acoustic sensors
Thursday, November 15, 2012 - 15:31
in Biology & Nature
Researchers have identified a new hearing organ which provides the missing link to understanding how sound is transmitted within the ears of bushcrickets. This discovery will make a valuable contribution to creating bio-inspired acoustic sensors of the future, from medical imaging equipment in hospitals to developing improved hearing aid devices.