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How Do You Feel with Parkinson’s?
Apr
17

How Do You Feel with Parkinson’s?

Parkinson’s disease is often associated with tremors and movement issues—but for many, the earliest symptoms begin with the senses. Smell loss, anxiety, depression, and emotional changes often precede physical symptoms by years.

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Sweet Scents & Stories: A Fragrant Workshop for Young Explorers
Apr
6

Sweet Scents & Stories: A Fragrant Workshop for Young Explorers

Sweet Scents & Stories is an interactive workshop designed to introduce children (ages 5+) to the world of scent through storytelling and hands-on aroma exploration. Led by Alexis Wintrob, children’s book author and creator of Za Za Scent-Sational Super Power sensory products, the event will teach kids how fragrance influences memory, emotions, and creativity through engaging activities.

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Meet Ugo Charron
Apr
4

Meet Ugo Charron

WTSA Advisor Ugo Charron is a trailblazing perfumer and musician whose innovative approach blends the worlds of fragrance and sound. Through synesthesia, he creates a unique language of notes, harmonies, and emotions, redefining the art of scent.

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World Taste & Smell Association Anosmia Awareness Day Presentation
Feb
27

World Taste & Smell Association Anosmia Awareness Day Presentation

Join the World Taste & Smell Association for a special Anosmia Awareness Day event, bringing together world-renowned experts and patient advocates for a deep dive into anosmia (smell loss) and its impact on daily life.

This free, online session will feature leading researchers, clinicians, and advocacy pioneers, sharing the latest scientific advancements, breakthrough treatments, and practical strategies for living with smell disorders.

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From Olive-Us, With Love
Feb
12

From Olive-Us, With Love

  • 4c Cedarbrook Drive East Windsor, NJ, 08512 (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Join the WFFC Foundation on February 12, 2025, for “ From Olive-Us, with Love”, a unique Olive Oil Tasting Experience hosted by our generous sponsor, ADM!

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Fragrance Forward: Innovating for Gen Alpha, Tomorrow’s Tastemakers
Jan
20

Fragrance Forward: Innovating for Gen Alpha, Tomorrow’s Tastemakers

Get ready to explore the latest trend shaping the beauty industry—Gen Alpha’s bold entrance into the skincare and makeup scene. In 2023, this emerging demographic spent a staggering $4.7 billion, outpacing all other age groups. Dubbed by the media as “Sephora Kids,” this movement signals a transformative shift in consumer behavior and brand influence.

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ScentXplore , Day 3
Dec
7

ScentXplore , Day 3

ScentXplore is a one-of-kind NICHE PERFUMERY event, the first in the Americas, that connects niche, creative directors, perfumers, content creators, industry experts and fragrance enthusiasts. A NICHE FRAGRANCE EXPERIENCE that bridges people around the globe with the top leading, innovative, exclusive, creative and high-quality driven niche fragrance brands.

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ScentXplore, Day 2
Dec
6

ScentXplore, Day 2

ScentXplore is a one-of-kind NICHE PERFUMERY event, the first in the Americas, that connects niche, creative directors, perfumers, content creators, industry experts and fragrance enthusiasts. A NICHE FRAGRANCE EXPERIENCE that bridges people around the globe with the top leading, innovative, exclusive, creative and high-quality driven niche fragrance brands.

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ScentXplore
Dec
5

ScentXplore

ScentXplore is a one-of-kind NICHE PERFUMERY event, the first in the Americas, that connects niche, creative directors, perfumers, content creators, industry experts and fragrance enthusiasts. A NICHE FRAGRANCE EXPERIENCE that bridges people around the globe with the top leading, innovative, exclusive, creative and high-quality driven niche fragrance brands.

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How do you taste and smell the world?
Nov
26
to Mar 31

How do you taste and smell the world?

  • World Taste & Smell Association (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

The World Taste & Smell Association (WTSA) is conducting a global public health survey to better understand how people experience the world through their senses. If you’ve ever struggled with smell or taste loss, distortions, or changes, we want to hear from you!

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Latin American Bakes: Celebrating Pan y Dulce with Bryan Ford & Eric Kim
Nov
12

Latin American Bakes: Celebrating Pan y Dulce with Bryan Ford & Eric Kim

Celebrate the launch of Pan y Dulce: The Latin American Baking Book, a new cookbook that brings the vibrant flavors of Latin America to life through the art of baking!

Dive into the rich culinary traditions of Latin America with chef and author Bryan Ford and BEM | books & more! Enjoy a lively discussion between Bryan and NYT food columnist Eric Kim about the inspiration behind the book, the cultural significance of the recipes, and tips for incorporating these delicious flavors into your own kitchen.

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On Smell, with Chrissi Kelly and the Columbia CommonScents Team
Oct
21

On Smell, with Chrissi Kelly and the Columbia CommonScents Team

Experience a unique event dedicated to exploring adaptive ways to live with an altered sense of smell. Discover how we can develop ways to improve our daily lives impacted by smell loss and learn about the science behind this often overlooked sense. Don't miss this opportunity to delve into the intricacies of smell and to share with a community of individuals living with smell loss. The event is a collaboration between Chrissi Kelly (CKoS) and Jonathan Overdevest (surgeon-scientist at Columbia University). The event is hosted by the VP&S Otolaryngology Interest Group. Tickets are $25 and available here

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Olfactory Art Panel: Creative Pathways for Scent
Oct
15

Olfactory Art Panel: Creative Pathways for Scent

Have you ever smelled a sculpture, tasted artwork or experienced multi-sensorial illustrations? In this eye (and nose)-opening panel, we will explore what olfactory art is and how it is leveraged as a creative medium. Andreas Keller, Ph.D and owner of art gallery, Olfactory Art Keller, will moderate a panel of esteemed artists who work with smell and our other senses to craft novel and meaningful pieces of artwork within various mediums and media. Gain insight into the intrinsic way emotion plays a role in this type of work and discover the ways in which we can experience these sensorial, visionary pathways. Join us for an extraordinary conversation that is sure to rouse fascination and awaken the senses!

Live: Tuesday, October 15th, 2024

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Online via Zoom; Evergreen thereafter.

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FlavorCon: Exploring Taste and Smell Dysfunctions: Understanding, Impact, and Innovation
Oct
8
to Oct 9

FlavorCon: Exploring Taste and Smell Dysfunctions: Understanding, Impact, and Innovation

In this thought-provoking session at FlavorCon, we will provide a comprehensive overview of the eight most prevalent taste and smell dysfunctions, exploring their complex causes and far-reaching consequences. From Alzheimer’s to cancer treatments, genetics to zinc deficiency, understanding the root causes of these dysfunctions is crucial for developing effective interventions and support mechanisms.

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Must Nose! Nasal and Sinus Health Explained
Sep
25

Must Nose! Nasal and Sinus Health Explained

The Philippine Academy of Rhinology will hold a free webinar on their Facebook page on September 25, 6:00 pm (PHT) entitled "Practical Rhinology 4: Must Nose! Nasal and Sinus Health Explained." One of the topics that will be discussed will be "Our Sense of Smell" by Dr. Ma. Lourdes Enecilla.  https://web.facebook.com/share/p/DeZ56tjghcuaV5nY/

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Global Taste & Smell Summit [NYC]
Sep
17
to Sep 18

Global Taste & Smell Summit [NYC]

  • World Taste & Smell Association x MOFAD (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

The Global Taste & Smell Summit is dedicated to advancing sensory science by bringing together key figures to shape the future of taste and smell. This summit promotes transformational collaboration, sustainability, true inclusivity, and an improved quality of life.

Network with influential leaders, gain insights from cutting-edge research and engage in groundbreaking initiatives that drive innovation in this dynamic field. The summit will delve into the principles of #DeliciousForAll, advocating for true inclusivity that encompasses sensory abilities.

Scientists, policymakers, researchers, doctors, artists, and change agents will explore wellness, mindfulness, and the future of taste and smell to optimize and redefine the future of food, consumer packaged goods (CPGs), and sensory experiences.

We look forward to sharing more about this groundbreaking event in the world of taste and smell.

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Scent as a Creative Medium
Sep
14

Scent as a Creative Medium

Catch the last day of this exhibit featuring ten recent works by ten artists that illustrate the potential and versatility of scent as a medium in the group exhibition Scent as a Creative Medium.

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2024 世界味觉嗅觉日科普宣 [China]
Sep
13
to Sep 14

2024 世界味觉嗅觉日科普宣 [China]

  • SohuWee WeChat Official (Sensory Science and Assessment WeChat Video Channel (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

World Taste and Smell Day Webinar on Taste and Smell

2024 世界味觉嗅觉日科普宣传

In honor of World Taste and Smell Day 2024, FOODMAP Network, Global Consortium for Chemosensory Research (GCCR), SenseNet Network, Shandong Institute of Food Science and Technology will present an online international science-based presentation that will explore the value of these senses in health, aging, and overall scientific knowledge, proiding insights into how sensory experiences and their proper care could improve people’s quality of life and impact daily life.

Topics will include: a preview of the book, “How Smell Affects our Health”; a presentation by Maria Veldhuizen, Chair of the GCCR on “What is Flavor?” an introduction of the Smell and Taste Alliance by Dr. Jingguo Chen; and session on talking about smell and taste; smell training, and a roundtable discussion.

September 13th, 2024, 14:00-16:00 p.m.  Beijing time

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MOFAD @ Night: The Science of Sweet
Aug
15

MOFAD @ Night: The Science of Sweet

MOFAD is excited to collaborate with Oishii for The Science of Sweet: What it Looks Like When You Have Berries on the Brain. Visit Flavor: The World to Your Brain from August 8th to 18th to see what your brainwaves look like on Oishii Berries at MOFAD’s Brainwave Bloom.

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