Scientist Explains Why Dogs Can Smell Better Than Robots | WIRED

Dogs can smell explosives like landmines, and detect medical conditions including seizures, diabetes, and many forms of cancer -- with up to 98% accuracy. Inventor Andreas Mershon wants to replicate that -- and put a nose in every cell phone. WIRED's Emily Dreyfuss spoke with Mershon to find out why that's easier said than done, and to learn what building a robotic nose has taught us about smell. Still haven’t subscribed to WIRED on YouTube? ►► http://wrd.cm/15fP7B7 Also, check out the free WIRED channel on Roku, Apple TV, Amazon Fire TV, and Android TV. Here you can find your favorite WIRED shows and new episodes of our latest hit series Masterminds. ABOUT WIRED WIRED is where tomorrow is realized. Through thought-provoking stories and videos, WIRED explores the future of business, innovation, and culture. Scientist Explains Why Dogs Can Smell Better Than Robots | WIRED http://bit.ly/2Vu6Le7 WIREDhttp://ifttt.com/images/no_image_card.pngMay 16, 2019 at 12:41PM https://ift.tt/eA8V8J