Olfaction: Allosteric modulation

New research indicates that the odor-evoked responses of human olfactory receptors can be enhanced via the non-competitive binding of an allosteric modulator. This modulatory mechanism adds an additional layer of complexity to the peripheral encoding of odors.

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New research shows that human olfactory receptors can have stronger responses to odors through the non-competitive binding of an allosteric modulator. This modulation mechanism adds complexity to how scents are encoded in the peripheral system.