We know that smell and sight can affect how food tastes. But science has shown that sound, and specifically, types of music, can also make or break a meal.

This story was featured in our SacramenKnow newsletter. Sign up to get updates about what’s happening in the region in your inbox every Tuesday and Thursday. Flip Kirby is like a mythical creature. He ...

Have you ever noticed how a particular song can bring back a flood of memories? Maybe it’s the tune that was playing during your first dance or the anthem of a memorable road trip. People often think ...

In the past decade, research investigating the impact of music on health and wellbeing has grown exponentially. Federal, ...

Does our ability to enjoy music have a biological basis? A genetic twin study shows that music enjoyment is partly heritable. Scientists uncovered genetic factors that influence the degree of music ...

It's universally understood that music is good for the soul, but you might be surprised to learn that adage extends to cow souls as well.

Music can reduce stress, boost learning and help alleviate pain. Scientists have studied music and its effects in humans. But what about its effect on plants? Ellis Ramos looked into just that: How do ...

Otherworldly audio The planets around TRAPPIST-1 have orbital ratios that can be mapped to musical intervals. (Image sources: NASA/JPL-Caltech; Shutterstock/ Kobee) CP Snow’s classic The Two Cultures ...

Scientists are finding more evidence that birdsong parallels human-made music. Credit...Fiona Carswell Supported by By Marlowe Starling When a bird sings, you may think you’re hearing music. But are ...