https://www.perfumerflavorist.com/fragrance/fine-fragrance/news/22977851/givaudan-brings-neuroscience-into-fragrance-design-with-harmoniscentzPerfumer & Flavoristen2026-11-04T22:49:46.000ZGivaudan Brings Neuroscience Into Fragrance Design With HarmoniScentzhttps://img.perfumerflavorist.com/mindful/allured/workspaces/default/uploads/2026/11/pexels-cesar-o-neill-26650613-31112509.WzFPGK7QeZ.jpg?auto=format%252Ccompress&q=70Givaudan's research involved testing a broad range of fragrances with more than 300 participants.https://www.perfumerflavorist.com/flavor/savory-applications/news/22977925/lallemand-acquires-iff-meat-cultures-portfolio-expanding-fermentation-solutionsPerfumer & Flavoristen2026-11-04T22:47:19.000ZLallemand Acquires IFF Meat Cultures Portfolio, Expanding Fermentation Solutionshttps://img.perfumerflavorist.com/mindful/allured/workspaces/default/uploads/2026/11/pexels-filirovska-7140429.96jb6FLfun.jpg?auto=format%252Ccompress&q=70“We are delighted to welcome this range from IFF into the Lallemand Specialty Cultures portfolio,” said Lauriane Fillous, general manager of Lallemand Specialty Cultures. “This integration strengthens and complements our existing offer, enhancing our ability to support customers with carefully selected microorganism-based solutions, strong technical expertise, and a shared passion for fermentation.”https://www.perfumerflavorist.com/flavor/ingredients/news/22977930/biospringer-acquires-dsmfirmenichs-modumax-taste-modulation-technologyPerfumer & Flavoristen2026-11-04T22:19:21.000ZBiospringer Acquires dsm-firmenich’s ModuMax Taste Modulation Technologyhttps://img.perfumerflavorist.com/mindful/allured/workspaces/default/uploads/2026/11/pexels-anntarazevich-6268741.hUg9poSOJX.jpg?auto=format%252Ccompress&q=70The acquisition expands Biospringer’s toolkit for tackling bitterness, off-notes and mouthfeel challenges in nutritional reformulation, targeting high-protein beverages, plant-based milks and reduced-sugar products.https://www.perfumerflavorist.com/fragrance/fine-fragrance/news/22977854/iberchem-perfumer-wins-german-award-for-young-perfumers-with-coastalinspired-colognePerfumer & Flavoristen2026-11-04T16:57:43.000ZIberchem Perfumer Wins German Award for Young Perfumers With Coastal-Inspired Colognehttps://img.perfumerflavorist.com/mindful/allured/workspaces/default/uploads/2026/11/photo-award-ceremony-2026-sw.7xEYXPLBFk.jpg?auto=format%252Ccompress&q=70From left: Jörg Zimmermann, VP of the DGP; Andrea Fernandez Gavira, perfumer at <a href="https://www.perfumerflavorist.com/search?sortField=PUBLISHED&searchQuery=iberchem" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Iberchem</a>; and Dr. Maren Protzen, president of the DGP.https://img.perfumerflavorist.com/mindful/allured/workspaces/default/uploads/2026/11/searenity-visual-2026.pfopiQQVFT.png?auto=format%252Ccompress&q=70Originally from Estepona in Málaga, Fernandez Gavira drew on her connection to the sea to develop the winning fragrance. “It was difficult to choose just one concept, but in the end, I decided to go back to my roots in Estepona and the sea I have always felt connected to,” she said.https://www.perfumerflavorist.com/news/flavor/news/22977825/kerry-opens-dubai-innovation-center-to-accelerate-local-flavor-developmentPerfumer & Flavoristen2026-11-04T15:02:41.000ZKerry Opens Dubai Innovation Center to Accelerate Local Flavor Developmenthttps://img.perfumerflavorist.com/mindful/allured/workspaces/default/uploads/2026/11/dubai-opening1.RBtfOfcO4O.jpg?auto=format%252Ccompress&q=70“Our new Innovation Center reflects our long-term commitment to the Middle East and to helping our customers grow," said Edmond Scanlon, CEO, Kerry Group, pictured at left.https://www.perfumerflavorist.com/news/flavor/news/22977819/from-nextgen-savory-to-smarter-fragrance-inside-the-november-issuePerfumer & Flavoristen2026-11-04T14:40:49.000ZFrom Next-Gen Savory to Smarter Fragrance: Inside the November Issuehttps://img.perfumerflavorist.com/mindful/allured/workspaces/default/uploads/2026/11/pf2611-cover-animated-1.ntJBIzqEiu.gif?auto=format%252Ccompress&q=70The November 2026 issue of Perfumer & Flavorist+ is packed with ideas and insights for industry professionals.https://www.perfumerflavorist.com/news/fragrance/news/22977817/dsmfirmenich-lifts-2026-growth-outlook-as-fragrance-momentum-strengthens-richard-ridinger-elected-chairmanPerfumer & Flavoristen2026-11-04T14:29:59.000Zdsm-firmenich Lifts 2026 Growth Outlook as Fragrance Momentum Strengthens; Richard Ridinger Elected Chairmanhttps://img.perfumerflavorist.com/mindful/allured/workspaces/default/uploads/2026/11/adobestock-904192513-editorial-use-only.Wxouyn2208.jpg?auto=format%252Ccompress&q=70The company reported positive contributions from all three business units: Perfumery & Beauty, Taste, Texture & Health, and Health, Nutrition & Care.https://www.perfumerflavorist.com/news/flavor/news/22977800/mane-opens-bangkok-flavor-rd-hub-to-accelerate-southeast-asian-growthPerfumer & Flavoristen2026-11-03T22:37:58.000ZMane Opens Bangkok Flavor R&D Hub to Accelerate Southeast Asian Growthhttps://img.perfumerflavorist.com/mindful/allured/workspaces/default/uploads/2026/11/mane-thailand-flavour-r-d-centre-1.T2jd1sN1a5.jpg?auto=format%252Ccompress&q=70The Bangkok center marks a significant step in Mane's regional expansion, positioning Thailand as a platform for serving customers across multiple markets rather than solely supporting local demand.https://img.perfumerflavorist.com/mindful/allured/workspaces/default/uploads/2026/11/mane-thailand-flavour-r-d-centre-2.iagM9K6hEa.jpg?auto=format%252Ccompress&q=70The investment builds on Mane's nearly 30-year presence in Thailand and follows the opening of its local perfumery offices.