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Smells have a way of triggering specific memories and transporting you back in time. Research reveals it may be because sensory neurons in the nose are linked to two parts of the brain involved in processing memories and emotions: the hippocampus and amygdala. Thus, smell can be a powerful tool for tying together experiences and emotions - such as the smell of fresh cut grass and the feeling of being home. This process of connecting two discrete ideas is called associative learning. It is why certain smells - like hot cocoa over bonfire smoke - can make you nostalgic.
This is a video from the 2023 Brain Awareness Video Contest.
Created by Sarah D'Souza.