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The Human Sense of Smell – Seminars in Society and Neuroscience

Italian Academy (Columbia) 1161 Amsterdam Avenue, New York City

There are many myths about the human sense of smell. Most persistent are the views that our olfactory abilities are underdeveloped, declining, and lacking cognitive significance. Nothing could be further from the truth. Historically, the spice trade and the ongoing hunt for new flavors have shaped our modern socio-economic landscape. Today, 28 billion dollars are generated annually with fragrance products…