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Why Flies Die When They See Dead Flies
You're lucky you don't literally age faster and drop dead when you see a dead person... because fruit flies do. Here's what researchers are learning about the connection between perception, aging, and mood disorders like depression.
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Can Dogs Smell Fear?
We're taught to be cool around strange dogs because they smell fear, and that might be true, but your fear is probably freaking them out too!
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How Quantum Mechanics Affects Your Life
While you might not think about quantum mechanics being part of your everyday life, it turns out that it might play a role in some of the most familiar things, from the sunlight in the trees to the nose on your face!
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How Quantum Mechanics Affects Your Life
While you might not think about quantum mechanics being part of your everyday life, it turns out that it might play a role in some of the most familiar things, from the sunlight in the trees to the nose on your face! Chapters View all...
TED-Ed
TED-ED: How to master your sense of smell - Alexandra Horowitz
Some perfumers can distinguish individual odors in a fragrance made of hundreds of scents; tea-experts have been known to sniff out the exact location of a particular tea; and the NYC Transit Authority once had a employee responsible...
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Can Dogs Smell Fear?
We're taught to be cool around strange dogs because they smell fear, and that might be true, but your fear is probably freaking them out too!
Curated Video
How We Smell
Introduction to the structure and function of the nose, and how it works in tandem with the brain. How do we tell the difference between good and bad smells, and has this ability helped humans to survive? Biology - Being Human - Learning...
Financial Times
Sniff technology: detecting everything from drugs to diseases
FT Tech - It could be the Shazam of smells. A California-based start-up has developed a device to sniff out substances such as drugs, explosives and viruses. Sniff tech is a burgeoning sector which could have major implications in fields...
Neuro Transmissions
New Sense Discovered?
A recent study discovered a new cell in mice used for olfactory detection that may give them a sort of spidey sense. The results could mean big things for how we think about smell! On this weekês episode of Neuro Transmissions, Alie...
Curated Video
The Science of Taste
This video explores the fascinating process of how we taste and experience flavors. It delves into the role of taste buds, the connection between taste and smell, and how our brain evaluates and reacts to different flavors. It also...
Catalyst University
The Vomeronasal Organ, Pheromones, & Mating Behavior
In this video, we explore the mechanism of pheromones by examining the structure, function, and pathway to the brain for Jacobson’s organ aka the vomeronasal organ.
Catalyst University
Cranial Nerve I - Olfactory Nerve | Origin, Structure, Function, and Testing
In this video, we explore the following as it pertains to cranial nerve I, the olfactory nerve: Origin Anatomy Functions Pathway to the Brain Testing
Neuro Transmissions
How Do We Smell?
What is that smell? It smells like an old factory. Oh wait, nope, itês just your olfactory system. We canêt neglect one of our more scent-sitive senses. Our sense of smell not only gives us the ability to distinguish different odors, it...
TMW Media
The Great Sardine Run: Ocean predators hunting the sardine
Which ocean are the scientists at? What do scientists think triggers the sardine run? What are characteristics of dolphins? What are characteristics of sharks? The Great Sardine Run, Part 2
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Beyonce Knowles at the Beyonce Debuts Her Newest Fragrance, Beyonce Pulse, at Macy's Herald Square
Beyonce Knowles at the Beyonce Debuts Her Newest Fragrance, Beyonce Pulse, at Macy's Herald Square at New York NY. (Footage by WireImage Video/Getty Images Entertainment Video)
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Beyonce Knowles at the Beyonce Debuts Her Newest Fragrance, Beyonce Pulse, at Macy's Herald Square
Beyonce Knowles at the Beyonce Debuts Her Newest Fragrance, Beyonce Pulse, at Macy's Herald Square at New York NY. (Footage by WireImage Video/Getty Images Entertainment Video)
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A 3D animation depicts a dinosaur's sense of smell.
A 3D animation depicts a dinosaur's sense of smell.
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EVENT CAPSULE CLEAN: Beyonce Debuts Her Newest Fragrance, Beyonce Pulse, at Macy's Herald Square
EVENT CAPSULE CLEAN: Beyonce Debuts Her Newest Fragrance, Beyonce Pulse, at Macy's Herald Square, New York, NY, United States, 09/22/2011. (Footage by WireImage Video/Getty Images Entertainment Video)
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ATMOSPHERE: signage at the Beyonce Debuts Her Newest Fragrance, Beyonce Pulse, at Macy's Herald Square
ATMOSPHERE: signage at the Beyonce Debuts Her Newest Fragrance, Beyonce Pulse, at Macy's Herald Square at New York NY. (Footage by WireImage Video/Getty Images Entertainment Video)
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ATMOSPHERE: signage at the Beyonce Debuts Her Newest Fragrance, Beyonce Pulse, at Macy's Herald Square
ATMOSPHERE: signage at the Beyonce Debuts Her Newest Fragrance, Beyonce Pulse, at Macy's Herald Square at New York NY. (Footage by WireImage Video/Getty Images Entertainment Video)
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ATMOSPHERE: signage at the Beyonce Debuts Her Newest Fragrance, Beyonce Pulse, at Macy's Herald Square
ATMOSPHERE: signage at the Beyonce Debuts Her Newest Fragrance, Beyonce Pulse, at Macy's Herald Square at New York NY. (Footage by WireImage Video/Getty Images Entertainment Video)
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Beyonce Knowles at the Beyonce Debuts Her Newest Fragrance, Beyonce Pulse, at Macy's Herald Square
Beyonce Knowles at the Beyonce Debuts Her Newest Fragrance, Beyonce Pulse, at Macy's Herald Square at New York NY. (Footage by WireImage Video/Getty Images Entertainment Video)
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ATMOSPHERE: signage at the Beyonce Debuts Her Newest Fragrance, Beyonce Pulse, at Macy's Herald Square
ATMOSPHERE: signage at the Beyonce Debuts Her Newest Fragrance, Beyonce Pulse, at Macy's Herald Square at New York NY. (Footage by WireImage Video/Getty Images Entertainment Video)