Monell Chemical Senses Center

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Monell Chemical Senses Center
Entrance to the Monell Chemical Senses Center
Established1968
DirectorRobert Margolskee
Address3500 Market Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S.
Location
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S.
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The Monell Chemical Senses Center is an independent, non-profit scientific research institute located at the University City Science Center campus in Philadelphia. Founded in 1968, it is dedicated to interdisciplinary basic research on the senses of taste and smell.[1][2] The center's mission is to improve health and well-being by advancing the scientific understanding of taste, smell, and related senses.[2] Monell's research focuses on various aspects of chemosensory science, including how chemical senses affect human health, behavior, and the environment.[3] The center employs a collaborative and interdisciplinary approach, with scientists from diverse fields such as sensory psychology, biophysics, chemistry, behavioral neuroscience, environmental science, and genetics working together on research projects.[3][4]

As of 2024, Monell scientists have produced over 2,000 peer-reviewed journal articles and book chapters, published in a wide range of high-impact research, biomedical, and clinical journals.[5] The center also offers training programs for postdoctoral fellows, visiting scientists, and students, and collaborates with academic institutions and international corporations in various industries.[6][7] Monell maintains strong connections with over 30 industrial partners in fields such as food, flavor, fragrance, pharmaceuticals, and technology.[6]

  1. ^ "About Us". Monell Chemical Senses Center. Retrieved 2024-07-07.
  2. ^ a b Whelan, Aubrey (2024-06-12). "A bitter blocker could make taking unpleasant medication easier on patients". The Philadelphia Inquirer. Retrieved 2024-07-07.
  3. ^ a b "Our Research". Monell Chemical Senses Center. Retrieved 2024-07-07.
  4. ^ "New Monell Center research teaches AI how to smell". CBS News Philadelphia. 2023-10-12. Retrieved 2024-07-07.
  5. ^ "Scientific Publications". Monell Chemical Senses Center. Retrieved 2024-07-07.
  6. ^ a b "Monell Chemical Senses Center - Philadelphia Postdoc Preview". Philadelphia Postdoc Preview. Retrieved 2024-07-07.
  7. ^ "Monell Academic Partnership Program". Monell Chemical Senses Center. Retrieved 2024-07-07.