Lecture Description
Join us for an exploration into the intriguing realms of olfaction and gustation sciences. This presentation delves into the fundamental principles of olfactory and gustatory neuroscience, addressing the latest research findings shaping our understanding of flavor perception. Discover how our olfactory receptors, including retro-nasal and ortho-nasal pathways, and taste buds discern the myriad flavors and aromas. We will also discuss the brain regions responsible for perceiving and analyzing these sensory inputs, and how these experiences are encoded as memories, enabling us to recognize similar flavors in the future. While we aim to provide a comprehensive overview, it's essential to acknowledge the complexity of this field. This presentation offers a basic foundational understanding, recognizing the depth and intricacy that lie beyond the surface.
Date: Saturday, June 29, 2024
Time: 14:15 - 15:15
Location: Lecture Room 2
This lecture is free to attend with a World of Coffee entry badge. Register to attend World of Coffee Copenhagen here.
Lecturers / Presenters
Louai Zaidan (he/him)
Development Manager, Synapse Torréfaction
Louai cofounded the first coffee shop of Synapse Roasting company along with his two partners Julien and Caroline. He currently takes care of the development projects of the company. Louai judged in many national competitions, including French barista championships, Brewer’s cup, and latté art. He also won twice the second place of the French ibrik championship. Coming from a medical scientific background, he’s curious about understanding the perception of flavors and aromas in coffee.