In the first mini-lecture, we are introduced to the oldest of our senses: smell. It may seem one of the more niche and unnecessary of the senses, but in this lecture we start to learn the wide range of functions it has for the body. Some version of a ‘smelling’ organ is seen across the animal kingdom, in unexpected and diverse organisms, and in this lecture we take a look at some examples of this. We learn how smell has various different functions, including being able to direct individuals to food, to other individuals for mating, and to avert us from danger. Finally, we appreciate how the nose allows us to taste.

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This lecture is part of a larger course exploring the sense of smell. The full course can be found here: [ Ссылка ]

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MASSOLIT works with university academics to produce short video lectures in the arts, sciences, humanities and social sciences. It is available to schools and colleges on an institutional license as well as via private subscription: [ Ссылка ]

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