Intelligence Squared Do We Have More than Five Senses?
Jan 16, 2023
Join Ashley Ward, a Professor in Animal Behaviour at the University of Sydney and author of *Sensational: A New Story of Our Senses*, as he dives into the complexities of human and animal senses. He explores fascinating findings about how sounds can evoke strong emotions, why colors affect feelings, and the extraordinary vision of the mantis shrimp. Uncover insights into overlooked senses like balance and interoception, and discover how smell plays a crucial role in cultural connection and emotional well-being.
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Color and Emotion
- Colors like red elicit stronger emotional responses, possibly innately.
- Red acts as a warning, while blue is generally calming and preferred.
Book Cover Design
- Ashley Ward's book cover, designed by an artist, is navy blue with sense organs.
- The cover depicts various animals, reflecting the book's exploration of senses.
Beauty Perception
- Averaged composite faces are often deemed more attractive than individual ones.
- The "beauty is good" phenomenon describes our bias towards attractive people.
