New Research Reveals That Your Sense of Smell May Be Smarter Than You Think
A new study published in the Journal of Neuroscience indicates that the sense of smell is significantly influenced by cues from other senses, whereas the…
A new study published in the Journal of Neuroscience indicates that the sense of smell is significantly influenced by cues from other senses, whereas the…
Research shows that chicks just hatched are able to identify objects visually, despite only having encountered them through tactile sensations previously. Newly hatched chicks, reared…
Researchers at the University of Michigan have discovered the protein that enables mammals to sense cold, filling a long-standing knowledge gap in the field of…
A study led by the University of Otago has discovered that sensory signals from the opposite sex can influence how animals age. Lead author Associate…
Sensory experiences and the perception of time are intricately linked within the somatosensory cortex of the brain. Here, the neural representations for both sensations are…
Bottlenose dolphins might use their electric sense to navigate around the world. Born tail first, bottlenose dolphin calves are initially adorned with two delicate rows…
Researchers from Imperial College London have uncovered a hidden mechanism within hair follicles that allow us to feel touch. Before this discovery, it was widely…
In the game of soccer, also known as football, goalkeepers have a unique role. To do the job well, they must be ready to make…
Unconscious associations with odor can distort the perception of colors. Our five senses bombard us with environmental input 24/7. One way our brain makes sense…
According to a study recently published in Neurology, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology, individuals carrying the APOE e4 gene variant, which…
The first molecular images of olfaction have opened the door to creating new smells. Scientists from UC San Francisco (UCSF) have accomplished a significant breakthrough…
According to recent research, the brainstem and spinal cord play a crucial role in processing touch signals as they travel to the brain. Almost everything we…
According to recent research, those who have smell disorders, such as those brought on by COVID-19, may experience social and physical implications. Fortunately, the report…
University of Innsbruck researchers have identified the genetic origin of our senses Researchers from the University of Innsbruck have determined the genetic origin of our…
What Goes Up May Actually Be Down Researchers use virtual reality to show that people plan their movements and anticipate the force of gravity by…
Structures in the brains of great sharks are similar to the ones found in humans, and these could be the key to prevent further shark…
Thanks to their keen vision, jumping spiders have been able to get the advantage on their prey in the invertebrate world. However, scientists have been…