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The neural structure and organization of taste

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  08 April 2008

Thomas R. Scott
Thomas R. Scott
Affiliation:
San Diego State University, San Diego, CA 92182-8220. tom.scott@sdsu.edu
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Abstract

Gustatory studies are predicated on the existence of basic tastes. Erickson questions this assumption and offers contrary evidence. Although Erickson may conflate certain concepts and demand uncommonly stringent requirements for basic tastes, his thoughtful article reminds us that the basic organization of taste is not yet settled.

Type
Open Peer Commentary
Information
Behavioral and Brain Sciences , Volume 31 , Issue 1 , February 2008 , pp. 89
Copyright
Copyright © Cambridge University Press 2008

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