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Study Reveals Mice Transmit Pain Via Ultrasonic Sounds

7/21/2025

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Mice in distress can transmit their pain through ultrasonic vocalizations, triggering heightened sensitivity in their peers, according to groundbreaking research from Tokyo University of Science. Led by Assistant Professor Satoka Kasai, this study underscores the critical importance of creating stress-free medical environments to enhance pain management and promote healing.

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Mice in distress can transmit their pain through ultrasonic vocalizations, triggering heightened sensitivity in their peers, according to groundbreaking research from Tokyo University of Science. Led by Assistant Professor Satoka Kasai, this study underscores the critical importance of creating stress-free medical environments to enhance pain management and promote healing.