Dr. Zhou Wen's study in Nature Human Behaviour demonstrates humans can rapidly detect odor differences within 60 milliseconds.
A study led by Dr. Zhou Wen challenges the notion that human olfaction is slow, revealing that people can detect odor differences with remarkable speed. Published in Nature Human Behaviour, the research found participants distinguished two scents presented with just a 60-millisecond delay, showcasing the brain's ability to process odors similar to color perception. This insight could influence the development of electronic noses and therapies for olfactory loss.
October 14, 2024
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