image: A smart necklace demonstration will be showcased during DOS 2024 Congress , integrated with advanced e-noses for real-time scent detection.
Credit: Digital Olfaction Society (DOS)
The Digital Olfaction Society (DOS) is leading a groundbreaking global initiative to capture, digitize, and transmit scents from cities around the world, with the goal of reproducing them in Tokyo. This ambitious project aims to digitally archive and recreate the unique fragrances of diverse locations, offering an unprecedented way to experience cultural diversity through scent.
About the Project
DOS invites teams from across the globe to participate in this unique challenge by digitizing scents that represent the cultural essence of their regions. Whether from major cities like Berlin and New York, or locations with distinctive aromas, contributors will play a vital role in creating a vast digital scent archive. A dedicated team in Tokyo will work to faithfully reconstitute these digital scent signatures, with the final technology reveal planned for 2025.
Though the project has faced delays due to its complexity, and additional funding is still being sought, DOS remains confident in reaching its goal. This initiative promises to launch a new era of olfactory digitization, blending advanced technology with the preservation of cultural heritage.
Call for Support
DOS is actively seeking sponsors and partners to help bring this visionary project to life. If your organization is interested in supporting or contributing to this world-first initiative, please contact the DOS office.
Impact for Sponsors and Cities
This first-of-its-kind challenge offers a unique opportunity to align your brand with a cutting-edge, innovative project that has never been done before. By supporting DOS, your company will gain global exposure and be positioned at the forefront of olfactory and technological innovation.
Cities participating in this challenge have a special opportunity to highlight their cultural heritage. By organizing this challenge from your city or region, you can boost your local culture, enhance global recognition of your city’s unique scents, and create a signature that will be part of a global digital archive. Showcase your city’s essence and be part of an international movement in olfactory innovation.
For more information or to get involved, contact us at dos[at]digital-olfaction.com.