SMRTR Science & EngineeringOct 14, 2024Interesting Engineering

Sniff sniff: Rats might use ultrasonic squeaks to boost their sense of smell

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A new study suggests rats may use ultrasonic squeaks to enhance their sense of smell by manipulating airborne particles. Researchers observed rats sniffing after vocalizing, potentially creating "odor clusters" to better detect pheromones. This finding could impact research on communication disorders and lead to new technological developments.

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