Researchers who sniffed mummified remains in the name of science were greeted more with a blessing than a curse.

Explore the surprising scents of ancient Egyptian mummies, revealing woody and sweet notes that defy expectations.

A Whiff of History Revealed" In a spellbinding revelation, scientists have delved into the scents lingering within the ancient tombs of Egypt, unearthing an olfactory treasure trove that defies the ...

When we see objects in museum display cases, it often doesn't tell their whole story. One thing that tends to get ignored or even lost in the ...

Welcome to ‘sensory heritage’, the study of how we engage with objects from the past besides what they look like.

Scientists discover a surprisingly pleasant fragrance emitted by ancient Egyptian mummies, defying expectations and offering ...

Few visitors wandering through the mummy galleries at the Egyptian Museum in Cairo have the opportunity—or perhaps the ...

Even around 5,000 years after their embalming, Strlič and collaborators described the bodies as smelling “pleasant.” This is ...

The fragrance bridges ancient Egyptian ingredients with contemporary fragrance notes, paying homage to the birthplace of Founder Gaby Aghion.

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