Scientists peer into the Brain's 'Smell Hub' to uncover how we process scents

NCT ID NCT04699799

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This observational study aims to map which parts of the amygdala—a brain region involved in emotion and memory—receive signals directly from the nose. Researchers will present various odors to 100 healthy adults while recording their brain activity. The goal is to better understand the basic wiring of the human sense of smell.

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