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What Formulators Need to Know About Natural Flavorings with Modulating Properties

FMPs can be used in combination with other flavorings to create a more authentic sensory experience for the consumer.

Beyond the Amygdala: Decoding the Four Mechanisms of Functional Scent

Systems in the brain and the nasal pathways can help developers understand the impact of functional fragrances.

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Junior Perfumer Clémentine Beun on Finding her Path to Fragrance and SIMPPAR Young Perfumer’s Award

The winner of the Young Perfumer's Prize discusses the importance of her mentors and humility in learning the art of olfaction.

CEO Samantha Mane shared, 'Our consumer insight department is essential for understanding consumer needs globally and driving fragrance innovation.'

MANE 2025 Fragrance Leaders & Newsmakers

The group's chief executive officer gives an overview of the company's achievements from the past year and its plans to leverage digital tools in the future.

Shaping the Future of Flavor Through Emotion, Science and Nature

How Robertet is blending natural mastery, emotional science and entrepreneurial creativity to redefine the future of flavor innovation.

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Flavor Leaders & Newsmakers 2026: Convergence, Intelligence and Resilience in Global Flavor Design

Emerging forces are fundamentally redefining the corporate agendas, research and development brief structures, and capital expenditure priorities of global taste leaders.

Don't forget to ask questions! Each conference session has a Q&A for attendees to ask their burning questions.

How to Make the Most of Your Flavorcon 2023 Experience

Here’s how to map out your trip to Cincinnati to experience Flavorcon 2023.

Iberchem introduced its latest neuroscientific investigation program, Wavemotion, designed to scientifically evaluate the impact of fragrance on human psychology and physiology.

Iberchem, IFF, Symrise and More Further Invest Wellness in Fragrance

Discover the latest research ventures, launches and technologies.

Company president Satoshi Masumura shared, 'The need to address mental health challenges will remain critical, so how fragrances augment positive emotional experiences will continue to be relevant.'

Takasago 2025 Fragrance Leaders & Newsmakers

Takasago is focused on maintaining sustainability in all of its operations when it comes to fragrance.

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F&F Literature Review: Smell It to Believe It

In this literature review, P&F takes a look at the benefits of scent branding and some of the health benefits that come with it.

Emmanuel Butstraen shared, 'Our focus on innovation, AI integration, and biotechnology advancements ensures we are ready to tackle new challenges and opportunities.'

dsm-firmenich 2025 Fragrance Leaders & Newsmakers

The company’s chief operating officer and president of the Perfumery & Beauty unit gives insights on how dsm-firmenich is expanding its reach in the fragrance industry.

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Sweetness, Rewired

From brain cues and receptor science to AI-designed sweeteners and taste modulation, a new generation of technologies is giving flavorists more ways to deliver less sugar without sacrificing satisfaction.

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The Invisible Influence: Why Subthreshold Odors Deserve More Attention

Seemingly innocuous components can elevate a product, but they have the potential to tarnish it too.

From calming scents to invigorating fragrance notes, mood- and emotion-forward design is winning over beauty's youngest shoppers.

Fragrance’s Moody Moment

Gen Z and Generation Alpha view scent through an emotional well-being lens; here’s what that means for the category.

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IFF 2025 Flavor Leaders & Newsmakers

IFF renews its commitment to innovative technologies, sustainability and enhanced consumer experience in its Taste division.

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Mapping the Global Senses (Part 3 of 3): Flavors Meet the Machines

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The New Power of Scent in Beauty

How science, wellness and personalization are transforming fragrance from a sensory extra into a strategic beauty driver.

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Mapping the Global Senses (Part 2 of 3): Novelty & Familiarity