Ears

Ask Smithsonian: What’s the Point of Earwax?

Earwax has a job to do; but many are not hearing the message

Scientists used an an integrated tissue-organ printer, or ITOP, to create this ear.

Scientists Printed a Human Ear

The scientific breakthrough is more than a creepy experiment—one day, it could save lives

Deaf People Could Soon Hear... Through Their Tongues

Prototype retainer could be a more cost-effective alternative to cochlear implants

DUBS Acoustic Filters have a fit and finish that help them resemble high-end earphones more than conventional earplugs.

Building a Better Earplug

Using a series of acoustic filters, DUBS lower the intensity of sounds without muddying them

What Does Your Earwax Smell Like?

Your earwax's odor is unique

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