Researchers have developed a novel AI method to map the social behaviors of rats, revealing intricate patterns of interaction similar to those in humans. Published in the journal Cell, the study by Bence P. Ölveczky and his collaborators utilizes machine learning to track every movement of the rats, allowing for the analysis of their social dynamics. This advancement could illuminate the underlying mechanisms influencing social behavior and provide insights into conditions like autism, demonstrating that rats exhibit complex social interactions akin to humans.
"We are really mapping the social life of rats by capturing the details of their every movement. We see how they interact with each other, and we see the same forms of engagement over and over again."
"When people come into my lab, I scratch my head a little bit and soon after they will scratch their heads, or I cross my legs, and they cross their legs. We are subconsciously communicating with each other."
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