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History of the Self: Smell and Memory

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The Science of Smell: A Journey of Discovery

This chapter explores the groundbreaking journey of a young scientist uncovering the complex mechanisms of smell in the late 1980s. Through her research on the genetic mechanisms behind olfactory receptors, she achieves significant discoveries that connect scent to memory and emotions. The narrative highlights the evolutionary importance of smell and presents practical techniques like smell training for restoring olfactory senses.

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