We tend to think of the brain as a collection of specialized regions: the frontal lobe handles decision-making, the amygdala processes emotions, and the occipital lobe translates vision. But most ...

The human sense of smell connects directly to brain regions responsible for memory and cognitive function, making it a surprisingly accurate window into neurological health. As people age, changes in ...

How smells impact your mental health, and the benefits of sniffing a flower for just 30 seconds.

Guest post by Amanda White. Winter has arrived with a vengeance, blasting us with subzero wind chills and furious snow squalls. Though I don’t enjoy shoveling the driveway in these unhospitable ...

Smell isn't just about threat detection: odours can have very real effects on people's health and well-being. Scientists have shown that good smells, like the fragrance of a woodland, can be ...