Brain development in laboratory mice (IMAGE) University of Zurich Caption Researchers at the University of Zurich have shown in mice that the maturation of the senses of smell and touch are closely linked – with the first week after birth beeing crucial. Credit Frank Brüderli, University of Zurich Usage Restrictions none License Original content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.