An environmental reporter joins a research team trying to attach recording devices to sperm whales, in hopes of decoding their calls.

The origin of many diseases begins at the cellular level and involves multiple molecular interactions. However, previous methods have struggled to accurately observe changes in individual cells.

Stroke, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis and other medical conditions can rob people of their ability to speak. Their communication is limited to the speed at which they can move a cursor with their eyes ...

America’s new National Cyber Strategy sends a very clear message that cybersecurity is now about resilience, not just defense. The strategy emphasizes modernizing federal networks, protecting critical ...

Imagine being able to translate thoughts into words without speaking or typing. Scientists are getting closer to making this a reality. A recent study published in the journal Communications Biology ...

Recently, my colleagues and I published a study on decoding language from brain recordings made using functional MRI. Brain decoders are being developed to help restore communication to people who ...

Roula Khalaf, Editor of the FT, selects her favourite stories in this weekly newsletter. Scientists in California have developed what they say is the first brain implant capable of decoding and ...