The Smelling Brain: A Talk on Smell and Emotions

Have you ever wondered why certain scents can instantly whisk you back to a specific moment in your past? The sense of smell shares a deep and mysterious connection with our emotions and memories. 🧠👃

This interactive dialogue is part of the cycle "The Brain Through the Senses" at CaixaForum Palma, led by two prominent neuroscience specialists.

📚 The Smelling Brain

📅 Friday, 6 November 2026

🕐 19:00

📍 CaixaForum Palma, Palma

🎟️ €6

📖 The Evocative and Decisive Power of Scent

During this session, we will explore the workings of our olfactory system, arguably our most intriguing sense. Attendees will uncover how the brain processes aromas, why certain fragrances trigger immediate responses, and how smell has played a crucial role in animal evolution and human communication.

Designed as an open, dynamic conversation, the meeting will also delve into how everyday scents influence our personal decisions and relationships without us even noticing. In addition, interactive sensory activities will allow the audience to experience firsthand how fragrances revive long-lost memories.

🔬 Neuroscience and Olfactory Experts

The dialogue is led by neuroscientists Laura López-Mascaraque —researcher at the Cajal Institute (CSIC) and president of the Spanish Olfactory Network and ECRO— alongside Eduardo Weruaga Prieto.

ℹ️ Good to know: Recommended for all audiences.

✨ A fascinating chance to unlock the neurological links between scents and our deepest memories.