In one of the first of its kind, a study involving the link between genetics and taste perceptions (bitter, salt, savory, sour, and sweet) has revealed important information about how and why we like ...

Genetic variation in taste influences the sensations from alcoholic beverages. New research examines associations between a newly discovered taste receptor gene (TAS2R38), perceived intensity of a ...

Citizen scientists in the Genetics of Taste Lab enroll Museum guests in the research study. Guests answer questions about themselves and mark their age and gender on the “Where Do You Fit” data ...

Have you ever wondered why your best friend loves cilantro while you think it tastes like soap? Or why your sibling can’t ...