This algorithm decodes rat squeaks and could revolutionize animal research

[Unbeliever]

Rats are social and chatty critters, but most of their chatter is above the frequency that human ears can hear. If researchers could listen to what rats are “saying,” it could change countless experiments. This week, we try our hand at recording ultrasonic rat squeaks, and visit some scientists who built their own software to make sense of what we captured.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=25LYVxTUZhM

It seems that most people dislike or even hate rats, but I've always found them to be cute and cuddly. I used to have a couple of pet rats, named Goober and Peanut. They were loving and affectionate, and I wish they were still around. But, alas, rats only live for a few years. I'm glad the study of them is getting on, it will be interesting if it turns out that they actually have a sort of language.

[Baruch]

So this is your chance to become ... Willard.

[Unbeliever]

No, the Rat's name was Ben, Willard was his human friend.

[Baruch]

No, the Rat's name was Ben, Willard was his human friend.

Yes, you are human, not rat.  So you are Willard, not Ben.  And no, I wouldn't taste your ratatouille!