A Genetic Basis for Hypersensitivity to “Sweaty” Odors in Humans

Liza Gross

doi:10.1371/journal.pbio.0050298

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A Genetic Basis for Hypersensitivity to “Sweaty” Odors in Humans

Liza Gross

A Genetic Basis for Hypersensitivity to “Sweaty” Odors in Humans

Liza Gross

Published: October 30, 2007
https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pbio.0050298

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