Of the five human senses, AI is already able to mimic sight and hearing. And one company wants to use the technology to digitize another: smell. Alex Wiltschko is the CEO and co-founder of Osmo, a ...

It’s clear that genes, receptors and neurons all play a role in detecting odors. But much of how we make sense of what we sniff remains mysterious. A neuroscientist explains. By Daniela Hirschfeld / ...

For the first time, researchers have determined how a human olfactory receptor captures an airborne scent molecule, the pivotal chemical event that triggers our sense of smell. Whether it evokes roses ...

We rarely think about it, but the sense of smell gives us a remarkable power. Without moving or even opening our eyes, it allows us to detect danger, trigger memories, and enjoy the aroma of food.

Human smell genes are still evolving, with hunter-gatherers retaining older variants and farming groups showing changes ...