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·May 12, 2020·2 min read

Exploring why some COVID-19 patients lose their sense of smell

ACE2 and TMPRSS2, two proteins required for SARS-CoV-2 entry, are produced in cells in the nasal cavity that contribute to odor detection. The findings may explain why people with coronavirus often describe the loss of the sense of smell as a symptom of the virus.

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·August 10, 2018·4 min read

How the Sense of Smell Developed

A new study may help answer the age old questions as to whether animals' sense of smell became so viable. The findings shed light on why some animals developed extraordinary olfactory systems.

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Featured Neurology

·April 28, 2017·3 min read

Nose2Brain: Better Therapy for Multiple Sclerosis

A new approach to treating Multiple Sclerosis is being developed.

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Featured Neuroscience

·April 9, 2015·3 min read

Delicate Magnolia Scent Activates Human Pheromone Receptor

According to a new study, the scent of Hedione triggers different brain activities in males and females that do not occur with traditional fragrances.