For the first time, researchers have determined how a human olfactory receptor captures an airborne scent molecule, the pivotal chemical event that triggers our sense of smell. Whether it evokes roses ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. (Photo Credit: Johner Images / Getty Images) While dogs are usually hailed for their impressive olfactory capabilities, felines ...

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 / ...

When we catch a whiff of perfume or indulge in a scented candle, we are smelling much more than Floral Fantasy or Lavender Vanilla. We are actually detecting odor molecules that enter our nose and ...

Can a few sniffs separate those who become demented from those who do not? Some researchers think so. The reasons why can tell you a lot about how your brain and body work. For smell - olfaction - ...

Just like “the dress” divided the internet a decade ago, the insect smell question is one of the latest debates. So, why do some people pick up these odors, while others don’t? The answer goes back to ...