Olfactory brain

/ɒlfˈaktəɹˌi bɹˈeɪn/

/ɑːlfˈæktɚɹi bɹˈeɪn/

[noun]

Olfactory brain

[NOUN]

a structure located in the front part of the brain involved in the sense of smell

synonyms : rhinencephalon

What is "olfactory brain"?

The olfactory brain, also known as the olfactory bulb, is a specialized structure located in the front part of the brain. It plays a crucial role in the sense of smell by receiving signals from the olfactory nerves and relaying them to other brain regions for interpretation. The olfactory brain is involved in detecting and distinguishing different odors, contributing to our ability to perceive and recognize scents in the environment.

Examples

1. The limbic system, once called the rhinencephalon or olfactory brain, is the command centre of our emotions.

2. And our primary olfactory brain regions look and function rather similarly, with clusters of neurons activated and deactivated in precise timing to code for specific scents.