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Odor carries a great deal of information, including information about a potential mate's age, sex, fertility, identity, emotions, and health.

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David Eagleman
Age: 53
Born: 1971
Born: April 25
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Neuroscientist
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Albuquerque
New Mexico
David M Eagleman
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