Musical chills are pleasurable shivers or goosebump sensations that people feel when they resonate with the music they’re listening to. They reduce stress and have beneficial side effects, but they are difficult to induce reliably. Now, researchers from Japan have developed a practical system that uses in-ear electroencephalography sensors to measure the brain’s response to music in real time and provide music suggestions that enhance chills.  

How comprehensive is our healthcare system, and who is being left behind? In this study, The University of Tokyo researchers synthesized the patients’ real-world experiences with complex genetic disorders into a single case. The study reveals how compartmentalized care leads to treatment refusal and patient harm, while coordinated interdisciplinary teams can restore well-being. It highlights the urgent need for reforms in medical education, care continuity, and health policy to create more inclusive, patient-centered healthcare systems.