According to the study, published in the magazine “Science Advanbas”, experimental mice showed an amazing reaction with simultaneous movements when they hear musical compositions between 120 and 140 rhythmic accuracy per minute, which is the same rhythm at which humans generally interact, according to researchers from the University of Tokyo.
“The brains of mice were formed in a way that responds well to music even if their bodies do not move much,” scientist Hirokazo Takahashi, who participated in the study told AFP.
Because mice movements are not clearly visible, Japanese researchers used acceleration devices and sensors to measure small mice vibrations.
“We all believe that music has magic capabilities, but we do not know anything about its mechanisms,” Takahashi added, adding, “So we wanted to know which types of vocal communication attract the brain without the effect of emotions or memory. ”
The reactions of the mice were chosen by exposing several players, including Sonata’s cut, to Mutsart, with four different rhythms, and other songs of the hands Gaga, Michael Jackson and the Queen.
The Japanese researchers pointed out that the results of their studies support the hypothesis of a “optimal rhythm” to launch coincidences with rhythms, common to a large number of animals.
Another hypothesis stated that this rhythm varies between animal types based on several physiological factors, including size and weight.
Takahashi expressed his desire to explore the effects of melodies on the brain and go beyond the effect of rhythms.
“Since music affects sensations, it will be interesting to monitor this in animals,” he said..
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