When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. There's no clear "best sniffer" in the animal kingdom, but one contender is the Gambian pouched ...

Fossil skulls reveal how extinct mammals smelled the world, with new research linking olfactory bulb size to gene counts.

Dogs have a truly astonishing sense of smell that goes far beyond anything we could imagine. From picking up the scent of a potential mate miles away to uncovering an explosive, a dog's nose is always ...

Dogs have a truly astonishing sense of smell that goes far beyond anything we could imagine. From picking up the scent of a potential mate miles away to uncovering an explosive, a dog's nose is always ...

The sense of smell is vital for animals, as it helps them find food, protect themselves from predators and interact socially. An international research team led by Dr. Quentin Martinez and Dr. Eli ...

In the middle of dinner, the faint whiff of something burning in the kitchen might go unnoticed by most people, but others may catch the smell instantly. Their noses are a little sharper, tuned to ...

People who lack a sense of smell have enhanced social insecurities. March 22, 2012— -- Rebecca Cagle has heard that the smell of coffee can calm people in uncomfortable settings. But she has no ...

See where travelers report the freshest, most appealing smells in the U.S., based on public rankings, climate factors, and distinct environments of each region.

You probably know that certain senses, like hearing and vision, become less acute with age. But you might not realize that ...

Think of that first cup of coffee in the morning. Black liquid, with a bit of cream—or milk and sugar, if you prefer. Hot, steaming, wafting toward you. Most of us need that first cup. You’re probably ...