A Japanese audio analysis institute, which usually processes sound data for courtroom evidence, has produced a series of lullabies that help infants sleep soundly—and the tracks have quickly spread across social media.
The Japan Audio Analysis Lab, based in Tokyo, says the music is designed based on principles of brain waves and the biological rhythms of young children. The soothing, repetitive low-frequency melodies have been tested and shown clear effectiveness in helping babies relax and fall asleep faster.
Unexpectedly, instead of serving forensic purposes, these tracks have garnered millions of listens on online platforms, turning the research institute into an internet sensation among parents of young children. Many parents share that their babies sleep noticeably better after listening to these pieces.
The institute says it is continuing research and plans to develop further versions of the music tailored to different age groups, while stressing that the secret lies in a subtle combination of natural sounds and scientific data analysis.
