Olfaction research focuses on using the scientific method to elucidate the mechanisms behind smell perception. Perfumers on the other hand are trained to create smell perception (odors) that evoke memories and emotions.
Historically, perfumers have always followed a deeply intuitive approach to olfaction, with knowledge and skills traded between experts and passed on between generations. Now a new generation of perfumers is emerging that embraces technology and science in addition to traditional skills.
In this symposium we want to inspire the audience and shed light on the question how new developments in science and technology influence perfumery, and the other way around.