TED Talks Daily Can we recreate the voice of a 3,000-year-old mummy? | David M. Howard
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Jun 5, 2023 A speech scientist discusses the fascinating journey of reconstructing a 3,000-year-old mummy’s voice, revealing insights into the evolution of human speech. The talk emphasizes the vital role of our voices in communication and identity. Listeners are encouraged to nurture their own voices in a world filled with noise, highlighting the unique connection between sound and our humanity.
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Importance of Voice
- Human voices are crucial for communication, conveying information, emotions, and identity.
- Voice is also essential for getting attention and artistic expression like singing.
Hearing and Modern Noise
- While human voice evolved over millennia to be resilient, modern technology poses a threat to hearing.
- Loud sounds from devices can damage hearing on a short timescale, disrupting communication.
Speech Redundancy
- Human speech has redundancy, allowing understanding even with missing frequencies.
- This allows communication amidst noise like thunderstorms.