Mice Regain Their Sense of Smell After New Stem Cell Therapy
Smells, like the tangy scent of the ocean or the acrid odor of smoke, are powerful cues that shape our memories and warn us of imminent threats. But for approximately 12 percent of Americans over the age of 40, this crucial sense is significantly reduced or absent altogether. While scientists are still working to understand the…
Why Does Dog Poop Smell Bad to Us but Good to Dogs?
There are some things we can all agree on. For instance: the fact that shit smells bad. There are some contrarians out there—fetishists, middle school class clowns, etc.—but for the most part this issue transcends the usual divisions. Dogs, on the other hand… Well, it’s hard to tell where they stand. Some of them like…
What It’s Like to Lose Your Sense of Smell
Losing your sense of smell takes away more than scents and flavours – it can fundamentally change the way you relate to other people. Nick Johnson skims the lunch menu at the White Dog Cafe, a warren of little rooms and ante-rooms in Philadelphia’s university district. “Beef empanadas… I would have loved those. But all…
