Olfaction Collection

Nose and sinuses, CT scan
Nose anatomy and sinuses. Coloured computed tomography (CT) scan of a frontal view through the nose of a 31 year old woman

Smell pathway. Artwork of the pathway involved in the sensation of smelling a flower. The perception of smell starts in the lining (mucosa) of the nose (1)

Gardenia head from above, X-ray
Gardenia sp. head from above, X-ray

Cross-section illustration of nasal cavity, nasal epithelium, and smell receptors (Olfaction)
Anatomy, Biomedical Illustration, Bone, Close-Up, Connection, Fragility, Human Hair, Human Head, Human Representation, Human Nose, Illustration and Painting, Illustrative Technique, Inside Of

Hippolite Cloquet (engraving)
815835 Hippolite Cloquet (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hippolite Cloquet (1787-1840)

Lilac (Syringa sp. ), X-ray
Lilac (Syringa sp.), X-ray

Illustration of smell sensors, nasal epithelium, olfactory bulb, turbinate, bones, frontal sinus and sphenoid sinus in nasal cavity

Human olfactory system, artwork C016 / 9378
Human olfactory system. Computer artwork of a section through a human head, showing the olfactory receptor cells (brush-like), and their location in the olfactory bulb (sausage-shape)

Nasal lining, SEM
Nasal lining. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the olfactory epithelium that lines the nasal cavity, showing olfactory cells (red) surrounded by numerous cilia (hair-like projections)

Canine olfactory system, artwork C018 / 0295
Canine olfactory system. Artwork showing the complicated airways inside a dogs nose that allow olfaction (its sense of smell)

Human olfactory system, artwork C013 / 5940
Human olfactory system. Cutaway computer artwork of a persons head, with an enlargement (upper right) showing the olfactory receptor cells (red)

Anatomy of nasal sinuses

Heathland ants antenna, SEM
Ants antenna. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM), of sensory hairs on the antenna of a heathland ant (Formica fusca). Magnification: x400 when printed at 10 centimetres wide

Smell receptor, TEM
Smell receptor. Transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of a section through the olfactory epithelium that lines the nasal cavity, showing an olfactory cell (smell receptor)

Olfactory bulb anatomy, artwork
Olfactory bulb anatomy. Artwork of a human nose, showing the anatomy of the olfactory bulb, the organ of smell. This lies above the anterior aspect of the nasal cavity on the ethmoid bone

Peace of mind, conceptual artwork C016 / 8745
Peace of mind, conceptual artwork. Dove outline (representing peace) and a section through a human brain. At centre is the brains limbic system (palaeomammalian brain)

Cooking smells, artwork C016 / 5343
Cooking smells. Artwork of two women inhaling cooking smells from a cooking pot

Airport security, explosives detection
Airport security officer using a dog to check baggage for explosives. Dogs have an extremely sensitive sense of smell, and can be trained to detect different types of chemicals

Smell receptors on a moths antenna, SEM
Smell receptors (dark pits) on a moths antenna, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). Many moths attract mates by emitting pheromones into the air, which can be detected by the antennae

Geometer moth, SEM
Geometer moth. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a moth belonging to the family Geometridae. The head is dominated by two large compound eyes (red)

Smell receptor on a moths antenna, SEM
Smell receptor on a moths antenna, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). Many moths attract mates by emitting pheromones into the air, which can be detected by the antennae

Nose mucosa, light micrograph
Nose mucosa. Light micrograph of a section through the nasal mucosa (the tissue that lines the airways of the nose), in the region lying over the nasal concha

Brain anatomy, 16th century diagram
Brain anatomy. 16th century diagram of the anatomy of the human brain and the nerves associated with the senses of hearing, taste, sight and smell

Internal anatomy, 15th century diagram
Internal anatomy. 15th century anatomical diagram of the internal organs of the human head and torso. The diagram, known as a situs figure

Illustration of nose & nasal mucosa

Nasal cavity, SEM
Nasal cavity. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the surface of the nasal cavity. It is covered in epithelial hair-like structures known as cilia (orange)

Bad smell
MODEL RELEASED. Bad smell. Woman sniffing her fingers in disgust

Sense of smell

Paranasal sinuses, X-ray
Paranasal sinuses. Coloured X-ray of a sagittal section through a human skull. The skull has been sliced in half down the centre and the regions of the paranasal sinuses coloured

Close-up of a human nose in side view
Nose. Close-up of a human nose in side view, with one nostril seen. The bridge of the nose is made of cartilage which gives it strength and flexibility

Composite image of a woman, rose & scent molecules

Neurogenesis, artwork
Neurogenesis. Artwork of an adult brain, revealing neurogenesis (nerve cell synthesis) sites. It was once believed that adult brains could not synthesise new neurons (nerve cells)

Nasal lining, TEM
Nasal lining. Transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of a section through cilia (green) covering the epithelial lining of the nasopharyx, the part of the throat behind the nasal cavity

Smell receptors, TEM
Smell receptors. Coloured transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of a section through smell receptors (cilia) projecting from an olfactory neurone (blue)

Nose and brain anatomy, artwork
Nose and brain anatomy. Artwork of a sagittal section through the human head, showing the anatomy of the brain and nasal cavity

Gecko sensory organ, SEM
Gecko sensory organ. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a sensory organ from the mouth of a gecko. These organs may be receptors for the vomeronasal organ

Olfactory epithelium, artwork
Olfactory epithelium. Computer artwork showing the structure of the specialised layer of tissue that lines the inside of the nasal cavity and is involved in smell

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Olfaction, also known as the sense of smell, is a fascinating and intricate process that takes place within our nose and sinuses. Through the use of advanced medical imaging techniques such as CT scans and X-rays, we can now explore the complex pathways involved in this sensory experience. Imagine looking down at a gardenia flower from above, its delicate petals releasing an enchanting fragrance. With an X-ray image, we can visualize how this scent travels through our nasal cavity and interacts with our olfactory receptors. A cross-section illustration reveals the intricate structures within our nasal cavity: the nasal epithelium and smell receptors responsible for detecting different odors. It's incredible to think about how these tiny receptors play a crucial role in deciphering various scents. Intriguingly, Hippolite Cloquet's engraving showcases the human olfactory system in all its complexity. The artwork highlights key components like the olfactory bulb, turbinate bones, frontal sinus, sphenoid sinus - all vital elements in processing smells effectively. X-ray images of lilacs and freesias further emphasize how different flowers emit unique fragrances that captivate our senses. These visuals give us insight into how each plant species has evolved distinct odor profiles to attract pollinators or ward off predators. The SEM image of nasal lining provides a microscopic view of the specialized cells that line our nostrils. These cells contain sensors that detect specific molecules inhaled through our nose - allowing us to perceive countless aromas every day. But it's not just humans who possess an extraordinary sense of smell; canines have their own remarkable olfactory system too. Another artwork depicts this canine ability to detect scents with utmost precision - highlighting their exceptional talent for tracking missing persons or sniffing out contraband items.