Articles tagged with Acoustics
Researchers found that bats quickly learned new foraging behaviors, such as associating frog calls with palatable prey, through social learning. This study suggests that cultural transmission plays a role in the flexibility of bat foraging behavior, enabling them to adapt to changing environments.
University of Miami researchers are tracking black and red grouper in the Dry Tortugas National Park using acoustic telemetry technology. The study aims to improve our understanding of species movement and habitat requirements, enabling more efficient design and assessment of future marine-protected areas.
The use of underwater listening devices has yielded surprising discoveries about the movements and calling behavior of endangered large whales in Alaskan waters. These devices have enabled scientists to detect and recognize whale calls over tens of miles, providing new insights into the seasonal habits of these marine mammals.
Researchers aim to develop AI system that can assess acoustic qualities of spaces using music played in the room. The project has £70,000 funding and could provide solutions for architects and the construction industry.
New acoustic tracking technology provides detailed knowledge of fish movement and habitat use, enabling the design of effective conservation measures. Small reserves can effectively protect adult fish populations, while larger reserves may be more beneficial for overall marine biodiversity.
The Acoustical Society of America sponsors two annual awards for outstanding popular works on acoustics. Entries must be published or broadcast between January 1, 2003 and December 31, 2003, and meet criteria for accessibility, relevance, accuracy, and quality. The winners will receive a $1000 prize and an award certificate.
Researchers used acoustic measurements to recognize differences in vowel pronunciation among 160 Dutch and Flemish teachers. The study found that acoustic methods can map sociological differences in pronunciation with high accuracy, outperforming phonetic transcription methods which require manual expert analysis.
The American Institute of Physics and the Acoustical Society of America offer science writing awards in acoustics. The most recent winners include "Snap, Crackle and Pop" by Bennett Daviss and "Acoustic Surgery" by Shahram Vaezy et al.
Researchers from Penn State developed expendable microphones to locate survivors in collapsed buildings. The team found that placing microphones in voids reduces surface noise, allowing acoustic search to continue without interfering with rescue operations.
Researchers conducted a case-control study of 90 acoustic neuroma patients, but found no association with cellular telephone use. A slightly elevated risk was observed for infrequent users with 3+ years of cell phone use.
The award honors entries that meet accessibility, relevance, accuracy, and quality criteria, from various media including video, books, newspapers, and audio broadcasts. Submissions must include author information and contact details.