Dogs have a truly astonishing sense of smell that goes far beyond anything we could imagine. From picking up the scent of a potential mate miles away to uncovering an explosive, a dog's nose is always ...

From hunting prey to finding mates and avoiding predators, the ability to detect odors is crucial for survival in the animal kingdom. But which species reigns supreme when it comes to smelling power?

Not having — or losing — your sense of smell may be linked to changes in breathing that could lead to depression, social isolation or other mental and physical health problems, a new study suggests.

People who lack a sense of smell have enhanced social insecurities. March 22, 2012— -- Rebecca Cagle has heard that the smell of coffee can calm people in uncomfortable settings. But she has no ...

Over a decade ago, Chrissi Kelly went to bed and woke up with no sense of smell. She had a severe sinus infection, when she went to bed, but did not expect to wake up and be completely unable to smell ...

In a magical scene towards the end of 2007 film Ratatouille, notoriously harsh food critic Anton Ego is instantly transported back in time, his childhood memories revived by a spoonful of the film’s ...

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Holly has a degree in Medical Biochemistry from the University of Leicester. Her scientific interests include genomics, personalized medicine, and bioethics.View full profile Holly has a degree in ...

Learn more about the power of smell and its impact on memory and cognitive functioning. The sense of smell, like a faithful counsellor, foretells its character. - Jean Anthelme Brillat-Savarin The act ...