Welcome to the WTSA Newsroom — a global hub for sensory science, wellness, advocacy, cross-modal creativity, and the future of perception.
Our mission is to advance well-being and sensory awareness through interdisciplinary storytelling, research, advocacy, and innovation. We believe that taste and smell are not just biological senses — they are portals to memory, identity, healing, and connection.
We invite submissions from scientists, clinicians, chefs, perfumers, flavorists, technologists, artists, farmers, philosophers, and storytellers who explore the world through the senses.
Losing Our Sense of Smell
In The Saturday Evening Post’s “Losing Our Sense of Smell”, journalist Victoria Clayton explores how this long-undervalued sense shapes memory, safety, emotional well-being, quality of life, and brain health. The article examines the many causes and consequences of smell loss, and the growing evidence that olfactory training may help some people recover function.
When Your Body Asks to Smell: Understanding Desiderosmia
People with desiderosmia want to smell certain substances urgently, repeatedly, sometimes daily, and often in ways that disrupt their daily lives. In the growing case literature, one finding stands out with remarkable consistency: when these patients are tested, their iron is almost always low.
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The World Taste & Smell Association is continuously seeking volunteers, sponsors, and partners to collaborate with us for local, digital, and regional events as we aim to further our mission. We invite you to connect with us and discover the numerous opportunities available for your involvement. Together, we can make a difference!
