Gelotology

Gelotologists map the science of snorts and giggles'measuring brainwave tickles at punchline delivery. One lab session induced laughter via rubber-chicken vibration plates. Journals publish 'Laugh Frequencies' alongside heart-rate profiles. Laughter yoga studios partner with gelotology PhDs. A study of 120 participants reported 93 % mood elevation. The cure for seriousness: quantified hilarity.