Across the many thousands of movies, TV shows, comic books, video games, Broadway musicals, and more that Disney has produced over the past century, the iconic brand has produced countless beloved ...

A new contender for a human 'language gene' can change the way that mice squeak when it is incorporated into their DNA. The gene is called NOVA1, and in our own species, it is remarkably unique. While ...

A new study shows that giving mice the human version of a gene changes their squeak, suggesting some of the genetic underpinnings of language. How a uniquely human genetic tweak changed the voices of ...

Scientists have uncovered something remarkable about one of the world’s most overlooked creatures. Male mice are not just squeaking in the dark; they produce complex ultrasonic songs to attract mates.

People like to talk. We're unique in the animal kingdom in terms of how much we communicate and the kinds of information we discuss. Scientists are trying to understand how this special trait evolved ...