Alex Wiltschko, founder and CEO of Osmo, is on a mission to digitize the sense of smell, teaching computers to read and write scents. He discusses the revolutionary application of this technology in the fragrance industry, significantly speeding up custom scent creation. The conversation highlights potential uses in counterfeit detection and health monitoring. Alex shares insights into the challenges of scent mapping and how AI is reshaping the future of olfactory experiences, emphasizing the emotional and historical significance of smell.

In this conversation, Alex Wiltschko, a neuroscientist and CEO of Osmo, dives into the exciting intersection of AI and perfumery. He discusses how artificial intelligence enhances creativity, broadening the olfactory palette for perfumers. Alex shares insights on training neural networks to predict scents from molecular structures and unveils innovations like a digital nose aimed at discovering new fragrance molecules. With significant advancements, the fragrance industry is set for a revolution driven by technology.