Ontogeny of Olfaction

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The book explores the influence of both external and internal environments on the developmental pathways of sensory systems, particularly the olfactory system. It emphasizes how intra-species variations arise from environmental impacts during critical postnatal periods, challenging the notion that sensory organs are solely determined by heredity. Featuring contributions from various authors, it examines developmental processes across a range of vertebrates, with a focus on rodents. The text also addresses future research directions and the unique aspects of the olfactory system compared to other nervous system components.