It’s clear that genes, receptors and neurons all play a role in detecting odors. But much of how we make sense of what we sniff remains mysterious. A neuroscientist explains. By Daniela Hirschfeld / ...

Our senses shape our understanding of the world, but none are quite as evocative as the sense of smell. It’s remarkable how the simple aroma of freshly baked bread or the earthy scent after rain can ...

Some research suggests that “olfactory training” — practicing to improve your olfaction, or sense of smell — can actually improve your cognitive abilities. So in the interest of self-improvement, I ...

People are not able to smell cancer, but dogs may be able to detect cancer from samples. People may experience changes in smell with particular cancer treatments. This article looks at whether cancer ...