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Olfaction: An Interdisciplinary Perspective from Philosophy to Life Sciences

By Maria Teresa Russo , Nicola Di Stefano

Book information

Publisher
Springer
Year
2021
ISBN
3030752046, 9783030752040
Language
english
Format
PDF
Filesize
3 MB (3406446 bytes)
Pages
230\234
Time added
2022-11-13 18:01:05

Description

This book offers a broad and timely perspective on research on olfaction and its current technological challenges. It specifically emphasizes the interdisciplinary context in which olfaction is investigated in contemporary research. From aesthetics to sociology, from bioengineering to anthropology, the different chapters discuss a wide variety of issues arising from olfaction research and its application in different contexts. By highlighting the overlaps between different areas of research, the book fosters a better communication between disciplines and leads towards a better understanding of the role of olfaction in human perception and cognition. This inspiring read is of interest to students, researchers and practitioners in psychology, philosophy, bioengineering, and cultural studies.

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