Language has long been considered a uniquely human trait, with features that mark it out as distinct from the communication of all other species. However, research published in Science has uncovered ...

Singing transcends cultures. Across the globe, we sing to soothe infants, coordinate dance, promote healing and express love. But are there universal acoustic patterns underlying different song types?

Humpback whale song is a striking example of a complex, culturally transmitted behavior, but up to now, there was little evidence it has language-like structure. Human language, which is also ...