Event
AXXSense at AChemS 2026 | GLP1 & OTOP1 Taste Receptor Research
Date: 22-25 April 2026
Location: St. Pete, Florida
Sabrina Corazza,SVP, Strategic Business Development, AXXSense & APAC
Marcel Winnig, Senior Director, AXXSense
Exploring chemosensory biology through receptor-focused research
AXXSense will participate in AChemS XLVIII, the 48th annual meeting of the Association for Chemoreception Sciences, taking place in St. Pete, Florida, from April 22–25, 2026. The meeting is a key forum for research in taste, olfaction, chemesthesis, and related disciplines.
At the conference, AXXSense will present two posters highlighting its expertise in chemosensory receptor biology and functional characterization, with relevance across health, nutrition, and sensory innovation.
What we’re presenting
AXXSense will present two posters at AChemS XLVIII:
- “A New Tool to Identify and Pharmacologically Characterize GLP-1 Stimuli”
This poster presents a new tool to identify and pharmacologically characterize GLP-1 stimuli, supporting the investigation of pathways relevant to metabolism, nutrition, and health.
- “Evidence for Modulation of the Sour Taste Receptor OTOP1 by Compounds Associated with Licorice Aftertaste”
This work explores the modulation of the sour taste receptor OTOP1 by compounds associated with licorice aftertaste, providing new insight into receptor-level mechanisms that may contribute to complex taste perception.
From receptors to perception
Chemosensory responses begin with receptor interactions, but their impact extends far beyond the molecular level.
By investigating how compounds interact with specific targets such as GLP-1-related pathways and OTOP1, AXXSense helps connect receptor biology with broader questions of perception, functional response, and sensory modulation.
Where AXXSense fits
AXXSense is Axxam’s platform dedicated to the discovery and characterization of taste, olfactory, and somatosensory modulators for applications across multiple industries.
Its capabilities support:
- discovery of novel sensory-active compounds
- functional characterization of chemosensory receptors
- investigation of compounds influencing perception and sensory experience
These activities are relevant to sectors including:
- food and beverage
- nutraceuticals
- cosmetics and perfumery
Let’s Connect in St. Pete
If you are attending AChemS XLVIII and are interested in chemosensory receptors, taste modulation, or sensory-driven innovation, we would be pleased to connect during the meeting in St. Pete, Florida.
👉 Visit our posters
👉 Meet our team during the event
👉 Or get in touch in advance to arrange a meeting