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Sense of smell and sense of sight linked in dogs: Study
Updated : 3 years, 6 months ago IST
A study conducted by Cornell University has discovered unique links between the olfactory sense and sense of vision in dogs.
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Study examines connection between shark nose shape, size, smell sensitivit
Updated : 3 years, 6 months ago IST
Sharks are known as "super smellers," as they employ olfaction to detect smells associated with finding prey and mates, communicating with their own species, and avoiding predators. Unlike humans, their olfactory system is independent of their respiratory system. Sharks and other fish use gi
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Study: Flies smell motion of odours to navigate
Updated : 3 years, 6 months ago IST
The survival of all animals and insects, from wolves to bees, depends upon their ability to find the source of odors, which is a challenge when wind disperses and obscures their source. Past research has shown that animals and insects navigate their way to these targets by sensing the inten
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Researchers discover new method to create tailored odors and fragrances wi
Updated : 3 years, 9 months ago IST
Tokyo [Japan], September 6 (ANI): One of the most basic senses of animal species is the sense of smell. It is essential for finding food, recognising attractiveness, and detecting danger. Humans detect odorants using olfactory receptors found in olfactory nerve cells. These odorant sensory
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Study finds gene that allows to feel touch plays role in sense of smell
Updated : 4 years, 3 months ago IST
Texas [US], March 5 (ANI): Researchers from SMU (Southern Methodist University) have determined that a gene linked to feeling touch may moonlight as an olfactory gene.
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Gene that allows humans to feel touch plays role in sense of smell: Study
Updated : 4 years, 3 months ago IST
Texas [US], February 28 (ANI): The gene that makes us get drawn to the wonderful smell of rose is also responsible for the sense of prick we feel when we accidentally touch the thorns. Researchers from SMU (Southern Methodist University) have determined that a gene linked to feeling touch ma
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Bees locate their queen by performing cascade of 'scenting' events: Study
Updated : 5 years, 2 months ago IST
Washington DC [US], March 24 (ANI): In a recent study, researchers have found that the bees collectively located their queen via olfactory communication, in which they release pheromones and direct the pheromones toward other bees by fanning their wings.
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Men can smell when a woman is sexually aroused: Study
Updated : 2 years, 7 months ago IST
Canterbury [England], Mar 4 (ANI): Men can smell and tell if a woman is sexually aroused, suggests a new study.
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Supporters of Ethiopia PM Abiy Ahmed injured during rally
Updated : 6 years, 3 months ago IST
Addis Ababa [Ethiopia], Feb 24 (Sputnik/ANI): At least 29 demonstrators were injured in Ethiopia when they were headed for a rally in support of Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed.
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Smelling lemons makes you feel thinner: Study
Updated : 6 years, 8 months ago IST
Washington D.C. [USA], Sept 15 (ANI): Did you know that lemons can not only help you get over a hangover but can also make you feel slimmer. Yes, a new study has established that olfactory and auditory stimuli might change how we perceive our body!
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Exposure to certain smells can make you feel slimmer: Study
Updated : 6 years, 8 months ago IST
Washington D.C. [USA], Sept 12 (ANI): Just hearing or smelling some things can make you perceive your body to be thin or fat. Yes, a new study has established that olfactory and auditory stimuli might change how we perceive our body!
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Here's how mammals' brains distinguish odours
Updated : 6 years, 10 months ago IST
Washington D.C. [USA], July 20 (ANI): Researchers found that approximately six types of mammals from mice to cats distinguish odours in almost the same way by using circuitry in the brain.
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