Pheromones: What's in a Name?

A study by Stern and McClintock offers evidence for the existence of pheromones in humans. Although the study holds much promise, a number of questions about pheromone communication in humans still remain. Of particular interest is its effect on behavior and its role in evolution.

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Published in:	Bioscience Vol. 48; no. 7; pp. 505 - 511
Main Author:	Ben-Ari, Elia T.
Format:	Journal Article
Language:	English
Published:	Oxford American Institute of Biological Sciences 01-07-1998 University of California Press Oxford University Press
Subjects:	Animals Biochemistry Biology Chemicals Evidence Evolution Features Feedback (Response) Female animals Females Hormones Human pheromones Humans Lay People Male animals Males Mating behavior Moths Ovulation Pheromones Physiological aspects Researchers Science Scientists Sexual attraction Sexual behavior
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Summary:	A study by Stern and McClintock offers evidence for the existence of pheromones in humans. Although the study holds much promise, a number of questions about pheromone communication in humans still remain. Of particular interest is its effect on behavior and its role in evolution.
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ISSN:	0006-3568 1525-3244
DOI:	10.2307/1313311