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That’s Disgusting: Unraveling the Mysteries of Repulsion

With Rachel S. Herz, Ph.D., a world-renowned expert on the psychology of smell and emotion.

In this visual presentation the author discusses the science and psychology of the emotion of disgust and explains how important our sense of smell is in every facet of our lives, from sexuality to scent marketing. She elaborates on the close connection between the sense of smell, mental health and happiness. She talks about how she got into the field of olfaction and explores the neuroscience and psychology of smell, memory and emotion. Learn how aromas create emotional ambiance and influence our feelings about the holidays… the food, the people and nostalgia.











When: Thu., Oct. 25, 2012 at 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Where: New York Public Library—Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library
476 Fifth Ave. (42nd St. Entrance)
212-340-0863
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With Rachel S. Herz, Ph.D., a world-renowned expert on the psychology of smell and emotion.

In this visual presentation the author discusses the science and psychology of the emotion of disgust and explains how important our sense of smell is in every facet of our lives, from sexuality to scent marketing. She elaborates on the close connection between the sense of smell, mental health and happiness. She talks about how she got into the field of olfaction and explores the neuroscience and psychology of smell, memory and emotion. Learn how aromas create emotional ambiance and influence our feelings about the holidays… the food, the people and nostalgia.

Buy tickets/get more info now