IronDog: Understanding the Science Behind a Canine’s Super Sense of Smell
Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD — A dog’s sense of smell could be considered one of nature’s superpowers. This superpower, known to scientists as “canine olfaction,” has long been relied upon by the military and law enforcement for detection of hazardous materials, such as explosives and narcotics. However, canine olfaction is an under-explored area of research – one that scientists at the U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command Chemical Biological Center (DEVCOM CBC) hope to gain a better understanding through a project called IronDog.