There is value in the sudden quiet
David Sykes tells us about a fascinating essay on the value of sudden quiet. MIT physicist Alan Lightman says it gives us a chance to think about who we are.
A new insight into hearing
New research shows how a think layer in the cochlea helps humans pick out one voice among many. The findings could lead to better hearing aids. That’s great, but preventing hearing loss is better.
It’s time to change our definition of “old”
It’s time to change our definition of “old” and start embracing transcendent design—designing thing so easy to use that everyone wants them.