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Our Pungent History: Sweat, Perfume, and the Scent of Death

Posted on May 20, 2018 by komodojo58

By Hunter Oatman-Stanford — March 8th, 2016 Consider the sweet, intoxicating smell of a rose: While it might seem superficial, the bloom’s lovely odor is actually an evolutionary tactic meant to ensure the plant’s survival by attracting pollinators from miles away. Since ancient times, … Continue reading →

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Your Very Weird, Very Personal Sense of Smell

Posted on February 26, 2015 by komodojo58

http://nautil.us/blog/your-very-weird-very-personal-sense-of-smell                   We’re used to the idea that some among us are colorblind, perceiving the world differently because of a quirk in their genetics. And it’s well-known that teenagers and young adults … Continue reading →

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