Human senses

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We have more than five senses. A neuroscientist explains the hidden abilities we often overlook
Flavor Science: How We Taste Sweet, Sour, Salty, and More
Several months ago, I published an article about making salad dressing by replacing the vinegar in a Western-style vinaigrette with Japanese shoyu-dashi. Some folks objected, saying that shoyu-dashi is technically an acid. That got me thinking: In the kitchen, we use words like "acid" and "salt" very differently from how they're used in a lab. What does that say about how our perception of taste relates to the underlying science?
Mice That Hear Imaginary Sounds May Help Explain Hallucinations In People
An experiment that induced imaginary sounds in both people and mice could help explain how brain disorders like schizophrenia cause hallucinations.
What Soil Does to Your Brain When You Breathe In Mycobacteria
Don't be afraid to get dirty. Science has found that soil acts like a natural antidepressant—and all you have to do is breathe in the fresh, clean smell.
From Stinky Cheese To Cat Pee, Author Takes A 'Nose Dive' Into The Science Of Smell
From Cheese To Cat Pee, Author Takes A 'Nose Dive' Into The Science Of Smell : Shots - Health News : NPR
Water Or A Sports Drink? These Brain Cells May Decide Which One We Crave
Scientists have identified specialized brain cells that create two distinct kinds of thirst. Some cells respond to a need for water alone, while others produce a craving for water and salt.
A Journey through the Senses: Breathe Deeply - The Druids Garden
A Journey through the Senses: Breathe Deeply | The Druid's Garden
A Journey through the Senses: Breathe Deeply - The Druids Garden
A Journey through the Senses: Breathe Deeply | The Druid's Garden
Men and Women Feel Pain Differently
Several studies reveal how each gender responds — and it has a lot to do with what's causing the pain and if it has happened before.
Architecture
A good sense of smell may have helped our ancestors navigate better, and now researchers say sense of smell is associated with spatial memory.