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Divide number incorrect by total number of questions (59) Submission instructions If an assignment is submitted incorrectly, you will be contacted and the assignment will not be graded unless resubmitted properly. Late penalties may apply. Type your answers and copy all pictures directly into this Word document. Submit it via the blackboard submission link in Word format (docx). · Answers typed into a blank document or submitted in the incorrect format will not be accepted. · Pictures will not be accepted as stand-alone files. · Assignments may not be submitted via email without express permission from the instructor. Introduction Senses are how we connect to the world. There are five special senses: vision, hearing, olfaction (smell), gustation (taste), and equilibrium (balance). In addition to that, there are tactile sensors in the skin and many internal senses that you are unaware of (such as those for blood pressure or blood sugar). Activity 1: Two-Point Discrimination 1 Different parts of your skin have different numbers of nerves running to them, which effects level of sensation. Close your eyes or have someone close theirs. Use the compass to touch the person’s skin with the compass in the areas indicated in the chart. Materials · Compass (drafting, not navigational= see picture) · Ruler Start with the compass as close together as it will go and progressively get wider with each touch until the person can detect 2 points instead of one; then use the ruler to measure the distance and record it in the chart. Do this for each area. Skin Area For Testing Minimum Distance for 2-Point Discrimination in Millimeters (mm) Forehead Cheek Palm of Hand Tip of Index Finger Forearm Tip of Thumb Back of Lower Leg Back of Neck Questions 1. Are the two-point distances on different areas of the skin the same? Why or why not do you think this is? If they are not the same, which area was the most sensitive and which area was the least sensitive? 2. Which skin areas do you think have more receptors, areas that have small two point distances or large two-point distances? Why? 3. Which brain area do you think is larger, one receiving information from skin with lots of receptors or from skin with a few receptors? Why? 4. What are the different types of tactile receptors in our skin and what sensation(s) does each detect? 5. Which tactile receptor is most involved with 2-point discrimination? Activity 2: Olfaction Identify the various structures, tissues, and cells within the nasal cavity. Each letter will only be used once. 6. Olfactory bulb 7. Olfactory tract 8. Connective layer 9. Cribriform plate 10. Supporting cell 11. Olfactory neuron 12. Olfactory cilia 13. Basal cell 14. Olfactory nerve 15. Nasal cavity 16. Axon 17. Olfactory epithelium 18. Mucous layer Activity 3: Does Smell Effect Taste? Have you ever noticed how a cold affects your appetite? In this experiment, we will test how well you can guess flavors when you cannot see or smell the samples you are tasting. You will need one volunteer and of course, yourself. Materials · Five different types of fruit juice (or alternate flavored liquids) · 10 small drinking cups · Marking pen Procedure Both you and the volunteer should complete both parts of the experiment. One group member can manage the experiment, while the other sips the solutions and then switch roles. Part 1: 1. Sit with your eyes and nose closed (use nose clips or pinch off your nostrils). 2. Your lab partner should hand you each sample one at a time in random order. 3. Taste each sample with your nose and eyes closed. 4. After you have tasted the sample, try to identify the flavor. 5. Your partner should record your accuracy (flavor correct/incorrect) and your confidence levels, ranging from 1 (no idea of flavor) to 10 (certain of flavor). Part 2: 6. Release your nostrils but still keep your eyes closed and repeat the experiment, again recording results. Part 3: 7. Switch places with your partner and repeat the experiment. Subject 1 Sample Flavor Nose Closed Accuracy (correct/incorrect) Nose Closed Confidence (1-10) Nose Open Accuracy (correct/incorrect) Nose Open Confidence (Subject 2 Sample Flavor Nose Closed Accuracy (correct/incorrect) Nose Closed Confidence (1-10) Nose Open Accuracy (correct/incorrect) Nose Open Confidence (Questions 19. What are the five primary tastes? 20. What type of receptor by stimulus classification are taste buds? 21. Where are the taste buds located? 22. Which cranial nerves sends smell signals and what structure(s) does each innervate? 23. Which cranial nerves sends taste signals and what structure(s) does each innervate? 24. Did your subjects correctly identify the flavors during the first session (nose closed)? How confident were they? Did their confidence and accuracy correspond, were they wrong when they thought they were correct, or correct when they thought they were wrong? 25. Did your subjects correctly identify the flavors during the second session (nose open)? How confident were they? Did their confidence and accuracy correspond, were they wrong when they thought they were correct, or correct when they thought they were wrong? Activity 4: Parts of the Eye Identify the various structures, tissues, and cells within the eye. Each letter will only be used once. 26. Sclera 27. Ciliary body 28. Optic nerve 29. Suspensory ligaments 30. Lens 31. Choroid 32. Pupil 33. Vitreous chamber 34. Anterior chamber 35. Retina 36. Cornea 37. Iris 38. Conjunctiva Activity 5: Retinal Histology Identify the various layers and cells within the retina. Each letter will only be used once. 39. Bipolar layer 40. Cone 41. Ganglia layer 42. Choroid 43. Pigmented layer 44. Rod 45. Photoreceptor layer 7 Activity 6: Parts of the Ear Identify the various structures, tissues, and cells of the ear. Each letter will only be used once. 46. Auditory ossicles 47. Cochlea 48. Auricle 49. Malleus 50. External auditory canal 51. Incus 52. Semicircular canals 53. Vestibulocochlear nerve 54. Vestibule 55. Round Window 56. Oval window 57. Auditory (Eustachian) tube 58. Stapes 59. Tympanic membrane Discussion Board 5 Prompt: Choose one of the five special senses (olfaction, gustation, vision, hearing, or equilibrium). Apply what you have learned in Hands On Lab: Senses to design an enhancement for the special sense you have chosen. Your enhancement may be biological or technological, but you must do research and base it on scientific fact. What does your enhancement do and how does it work? Part 1: Initial Post (Worth up to 50 points) · Length: words · You will need to use at least 3 reputable scientific references to support your post (not including your textbook). Reputable sources= peer reviewed scientific journal articles, accredited websites, or books. · Your information must be credible, accurate, and well supported by evidence. The best sources of information are the research journals and the books as well as webpages maintained by professional societies and organizations. Search for articles and academic material should start with the electronic databases of libraries such as FTCC’s Paul H. Thompson Library (opens new window), PubMed (opens new window) or other such resources. When in doubt about material, use CARS checklist (opens new window) to see if it can be used in discussions and writings. · You must cite all sources. Citation format must be MLA or APA (Visit the Purdue Owl Writing Lab (opens new window) for instructions on proper formatting) · 10pts= The required number of sources are provided (minimum of 3, not including textbook). All sources used for quotes, statistics, and facts are credible and cited correctly. · 7pts= Fewer than required number of sources are provided. Most sources used for quotes, statistics, and facts are credible and cited correctly. · 5pts= Only 1 or 2 sources are provided. Not all sources used are credible and cited correctly. · 0pts= Sources are not cited at all, are not credible, and/or are not cited correctly. · Length/ Grammar/ Spelling = 10pts · 10pts= Post is of required length ( words). Author makes fewer than 2 errors in grammar or spelling that distract the reader from the content. · 7pts= Post is at least one half of the required length. Author makes 2-3 errors in grammar or spelling that distract the reader from the content. · 5pts= Post is about one fourth of the required length. Author makes 4-5 errors in grammar or spelling that distract the reader from the content. 0pts= Post is less than one fourth of required length. Author makes more than 5 errors in grammar or spelling that distract the reader from the content. · Responses= 50pts · 50pts= A minimum of two responses are used and sufficient detail is used ( words). Comments are thoughtful, reflective, and respectful of other’s postings. · 30pts= One response is used which consists of less than 100 words. Comments are not reflective of the topic or other student’s posting. · 20pts= One response is used and/or shows a minimum effort in reading and understanding other student’s post. (e.g. "I agree with Bill") · 0pts= No responses.

Paper For Above instruction

The enhancement of the human sense of smell—olfaction—through technological innovations offers promising avenues for augmentation and rehabilitation. This paper explores potential scientific advancements rooted in current neurological and olfactory research, aiming to improve olfactory capabilities either biologically or technologically. By integrating cutting-edge science with innovative design, such enhancements could significantly impact individuals with olfactory impairments and enrich the sensory experiences of the general population.

Olfaction plays a vital role in human perception, influencing taste, detecting hazards like smoke or gas leaks, and contributing to emotional and memory pathways. However, many individuals experience olfactory deficits due to aging, injury, or disease, affecting their quality of life. Current scientific research indicates that bioengineering and technological approaches can restore or enhance olfactory functions effectively. One promising avenue involves the development of bioelectronic nose devices, which emulate the biological olfactory system by harnessing sensors that mimic olfactory receptor cells, coupled with signal processing algorithms that translate these inputs into meaningful perceptions.

Technological enhancements, such as artificial olfactory senses, are increasingly sophisticated. These devices utilize arrays of chemical sensors capable of detecting volatile compounds, interconnected with microprocessors that interpret the chemical signals and provide sensory output through auditory or visual cues. An example is the electronic nose (e-nose), which has been developed for applications from medical diagnostics to environmental monitoring (Hartmann et al., 2019). Advances in nanomaterials have led to sensors with greater sensitivity and selectivity, expanding the scope of olfactory augmentation.

Biologically, genetic engineering techniques show potential for restoring olfactory function. For instance, research into stem cell therapy aims to regenerate damaged olfactory epithelium by transplanting stem cells capable of differentiating into olfactory receptor neurons (Schwob et al., 2020). Additionally, gene editing technologies like CRISPR could potentially correct genetic mutations responsible for anosmia, restoring natural olfactory function. Combining these approaches with neural interface technology may eventually allow direct stimulation of the olfactory bulb or tract, bypassing damaged sensory pathways (Vázquez et al., 2021).

However, challenges remain, including ensuring the safety, durability, and affordability of such technologies. Ethical considerations involve the modification of sensory perceptions and potential impacts on identity and privacy. Future research must focus on refining biocompatible materials, improving the precision of neural stimulation, and establishing regulatory standards. With multidisciplinary collaboration between neuroscientists, bioengineers, and ethicians, it is feasible to develop reliable, safe, and ethical olfactory enhancement technologies.

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  • Vázquez, N., et al. (2021). Neural Interfaces for Olfaction. Frontiers in Neuroscience, 15, 645523.
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