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Chemosensory Perception
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Chemosensory Perception

1936-5802

Published by: Springer

https://www.springer.com/journal/12078

Ranking & Metrics

Discipline name Position Best Scientists Publications D-Index
Neuroscience 430 6 6 4

Additional Metrics

Number of Best Scientists*: 15
Documents by Best Scientists*: 16
Top 100 Ranked Scientists*: 0
SCIMAGO H-index: 39
SCIMAGO SJR: 0.231
Impact Factor: N/A

Overview

Top Research Topics at Chemosensory Perception?

Odor, Olfaction, Taste, Perception and Audiology are among the topics commonly tackled in the journal. While Odor is the focus of the journal, it also provided insights into the studies of Chromatography, Cognition and Artificial intelligence. The studies on Olfaction discussed can also contribute to research in the domains of Developmental psychology, Orbitofrontal cortex, Olfactory system and Communication.

Research in Taste discussed is concerned with the study of Food science as a whole. The journal facilitated presentations on Food science research, particularly Flavor, Sweetness, Aroma, Wine tasting and Palatability. More specifically, the research on Flavor in Chemosensory Perception is related to Flavor perception.

The concepts on Perception presented in Chemosensory Perception can also apply to other research fields, including Cognitive psychology, Social psychology, Set (psychology) and Sensation. In Chemosensory Perception, Stimulus (physiology), Olfactory threshold and Test (assessment) are investigated in conjunction with one another to address concerns in Audiology research. Sensory system, Gustatory cortex, Somatosensory system and Functional magnetic resonance imaging are some of the facets of Neuroscience tackled in it.

  • Odor (32.64%)
  • Olfaction (25.35%)
  • Taste (25.35%)

What are the most cited papers published in the journal?

  • Does Food Color Influence Taste and Flavor Perception in Humans (293 citations)
  • Masking Bitter Taste by Molecules (161 citations)
  • Food Acceptance: The Role of Consumer Perception and Attitudes (146 citations)

Research areas of the most cited articles at Chemosensory Perception:

The published articles tackle a plethora of topics, such as Taste, Perception, Food science, Social psychology and Sensory system. While the journal papers focused on Taste, they were also able to explore topics like Clinical nutrition, Internal medicine, Endocrinology and Insular cortex. The journal publications explore topics in Perception which can be helpful for research in disciplines like Olfaction and Sensation.

What topics the last edition of the journal is best known for?

  • Internal medicine
  • Biochemistry
  • Cognition

The previous edition focused in particular on these issues:

The journal aims to foster the development of research in Audiology, Perception, Taste, Test (assessment) and Olfactory threshold. The Audiology research presented in it explores the relationship between Discrimination testing and the closely related topic of Perceptual learning, Wine tasting and Wine. Perception research featured in the journal incorporates concerns from various other topics such as Cognitive psychology, Taste intensity and Odor.

Many of the research works in Odor, specifically Odor perception, closely connected to disciplines like Serial dependence. The work on Taste tackled in the journal brings together disciplines like Flavor, Epidermal growth factor receptor and Psychopathy. Chemosensory Perception holds forums on Olfactory threshold that merges themes from other disciplines such as Developmental psychology, Anger, Emotional contagion and Anxiety.

The most cited articles from the last journal are:

  • Is perceptual learning generalisable in the chemical senses? A longitudinal pilot study based on a naturalistic blind wine tasting training scenario (2 citations)
  • Peri-threshold Trigeminal Stimulation with Capsaicin Increases Taste Sensitivity in Humans (1 citations)
  • Crosstalk of Pain and Thirst Perception: A Brief Review (1 citations)

Papers citation over time

A key indicator for each journal is its effectiveness in reaching other researchers with the papers published at that venue.

The chart below presents the interquartile range (first quartile 25%, median 50% and third quartile 75%) of the number of citations of articles over time.

The top authors publishing in Chemosensory Perception (based on the number of publications) are:

  • Thomas Hummel (16 papers) published 2 papers at the last edition,
  • John E. Hayes (10 papers) absent at the last edition,
  • Joanne Hort (8 papers) absent at the last edition,
  • Andrew M. Taylor (8 papers) absent at the last edition,
  • Tatsu Kobayakawa (7 papers) published 2 papers at the last edition.

The overall trend for top authors publishing in this journal is outlined below. The chart shows the number of publications at each edition of the journal for top authors.

Only papers with recognized affiliations are considered

The top affiliations publishing in Chemosensory Perception (based on the number of publications) are:

  • Dresden University of Technology (13 papers) published 2 papers at the last edition the same number as at the previous edition,
  • Cornell University (12 papers) published 1 paper at the last edition,
  • University of Nottingham (11 papers) absent at the last edition,
  • Pennsylvania State University (10 papers) absent at the last edition,
  • Institut national de la recherche agronomique (10 papers) absent at the last edition.

The overall trend for top affiliations publishing in this journal is outlined below. The chart shows the number of publications at each edition of the journal for top affiliations.

Publication chance based on affiliation

The publication chance index shows the ratio of articles published by the best research institutions in the journal edition to all articles published within that journal. The best research institutions were selected based on the largest number of articles published during all editions of the journal.

The chart below presents the percentage ratio of articles from top institutions (based on their ranking of total papers).Top affiliations were grouped by their rank into the following tiers: top 1-10, top 11-20, top 21-50, and top 51+. Only articles with a recognized affiliation are considered.

During the most recent 2021 edition, 16.67% of publications had an unrecognized affiliation. Out of the publications with recognized affiliations, 26.67% were posted by at least one author from the top 10 institutions publishing in the journal. Another 20.00% included authors affiliated with research institutions from the top 11-20 affiliations. Institutions from the 21-50 range included 6.67% of all publications and 46.67% were from other institutions.

Returning Authors Index

A very common phenomenon observed among researchers publishing scientific articles is the intentional selection of journals they have already attended in the past. In particular, it is worth analyzing the case when the authors participate in the same journal from year to year.

The Returning Authors Index presented below illustrates the ratio of authors who participated in both a given as well as the previous edition of the journal in relation to all participants in a given year.

Returning Institution Index

The graph below shows the Returning Institution Index, illustrating the ratio of institutions that participated in both a given and the previous edition of the conference in relation to all affiliations present in a given year.

The experience to innovation index

Our experience to innovation index was created to show a cross-section of the experience level of authors publishing in a journal. The index includes the authors publishing at the last edition of a journal, grouped by total number of publications throughout their academic career (P) and the total number of citations of these publications ever received (C).

The group intervals were selected empirically to best show the diversity of the authors' experiences, their labels were selected as a convenience, not as judgment. The authors were divided into the following groups:

  • Novice - P < 5 or C < 25 (the number of publications less than 5 or the number of citations less than 25),
  • Competent - P < 10 or C < 100 (the number of publications less than 10 or the number of citations less than 100),
  • Experienced - P < 25 or C < 625 (the number of publications less than 25 or the number of citations less than 625),
  • Master - P < 50 or C < 2500 (the number of publications less than 50 or the number of citations less than 2500),
  • Star - P ≥ 50 and C ≥ 2500 (both the number of publications greater than 50 and the number of citations greater than 2500).

The chart below illustrates experience levels of first authors in cases of publications with multiple authors.

Career Opportunities in Chemosensory Perception Research

While undertaking Chemosensory Perception research provides a fascinating opportunity to explore our sensory world, it also opens up a wide range of career prospects that students and professionals can explore. Owing to the interdisciplinary nature of this research field, professionals can find opportunities in both academic and clinical sectors.

In the academic sector, Chemosensory perception researchers can partake in teaching roles, contribute to novel research in universities, or even become department heads leading a team of researchers. The prospects in the clinical sector are equally exciting. For instance, a deeper understanding of olfaction and taste can be instrumental for a career as a clinical olfactologist, a role crucial in the diagnosis and treatment of smell and taste disorders.

Furthermore, diving into the realms of Audiology opens up the path to becoming a Speech-Language Pathologist. This position involves the diagnosis and treatment of communication and swallowing disorders, which directly relates to our understanding of taste and sensory perception. For those considering a career in Speech-Language Pathology, particularly in Kentucky, research might prove extremely beneficial. More specific information shedding light on this career path can be found in our comprehensive guide on how to become a speech therapist in Kentucky.

It's essential to note that these are just a few of the many possible career paths in the realm of Chemosensory Perception research. Engaging in this field can undeniably open up a world of opportunities, making it a worthwhile academic pursuit.

Top Publications

  • Peri-threshold Trigeminal Stimulation with Capsaicin Increases Taste Sensitivity in Humans

    Pengfei Han;Pengfei Han;Pengfei Han;Lea Müller;Thomas Hummel

    (2021)
    16 Citations
  • Investigating the Putative Impact of Odors Purported to Have Beneficial Effects on Sleep: Neural and Perceptual Processes

    Rochelle Ackerley;Ilona Croy;Håkan Olausson;Gaby Badre

    (2020)
    7 Citations
  • Children’s Personal Significance of Olfaction — the ChiPSO Questionnaire

    (2022)
    6 Citations
  • Women Have Reduced Ability to Discriminate Body Odors During the Withdrawal Period of Oral Contraception.

    Yaara Endevelt-Shapira;Liron Pinchover;Ofer Perl;Ella Bar

    (2020)
    6 Citations
  • Improving the Assessment of Trigeminal Sensitivity: a Pilot Study

    Benoît Jobin;Cécilia Tremblay;Fanny Lécuyer Giguère;Jason Steffener

    (2021)
    2 Citations
  • A New Method for a Shorter and Valid Assessment of Olfactory Threshold in Repeated Measurement Designs Based on the Sniffin’ Sticks Test

    Sarah Beutler;Liliana R. Ladner;Liliana R. Ladner;Thomas Hummel;Ilona Croy;Ilona Croy

    (2021)
    0 Citations

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