Research & Diagnostics

302 articles
Catnip 002 Does your cat rub against and wriggle when it sees catnip or silver vine? It’s not the only one. Intrigued, scientists sought to understand the biological significance of this behavior and the underlying neurophysiological mechanisms. The results suggest, in particular, that the main bioactive compound in these plants affects cats’ opioid systems in order to protect them from mosquito bites.
Research & Diagnostics Catnip protects cats from mosquitoes

Does your cat rub against and wriggle around when it sees catnip or silver vine? It’s not the only one. Intrigued, scientists sought to understand the biological significance of...

02/26/2021
sniffer dog - sense of smell - diagnosis - disease Dogs have a much more developed sense of smell than humans. Their olfactory abilities even allow them to detect imperceptible changes that may signal the onset of disease. Dogs trained for this purpose can recognize cancer, predict a narcoleptic episode, or even identify an infection. But despite an undeniable success rate, dogs are struggling to find their place in the medical field in France.
Research & Diagnostics Sniffer Dogs: Detecting Diseases by Smell

Dogs have a much more developed sense of smell than humans. Their olfactory abilities even allow them to detect imperceptible changes that are early signs of disease. Dogs train...

02/25/2021