Title

Could Olfactory Displays Improve Data Visualization?

Abstract

The significance of olfaction for improvement in data visualization is discussed. Olfactory effects can play a crucial role in certain training environments, such as those for fire fighters and medical personnel. In addition to reduced interference, olfactory components might possibly convey messages, such as specific meanings for certain odors, when visual or auditory modalities were already employed. Adding an olfactory component to an environment can reduce stress, increase information processing, enhance memory performance through better problem-solving, reduce response times, produce fewer errors, increase recall and physical performance.

Publication Date

11-1-2004

Publication Title

Computing in Science and Engineering

Volume

6

Issue

6

Number of Pages

80-83

Document Type

Review

Personal Identifier

scopus

DOI Link

https://doi.org/10.1109/MCSE.2004.66

Socpus ID

8644274746 (Scopus)

Source API URL

https://api.elsevier.com/content/abstract/scopus_id/8644274746

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