The smell of coffee increases the ability for analytics

Scientists from the Stevens Institute of Technology (SIT) have proved that the smell of coffee enhances the analytical abilities of people passing adaptive tests in business schools.

Almost 100 students of business class took part in the experiment. They were divided into two groups. The first group was to pass the Graduate Management Aptitude Test (GMAT) on algebra in the classroom, where there was a smell of coffee. The control group took the same test, but in an audience where coffee did not smell. It turned out that the group from the "coffee" room passed the test much better.

Scientists suggested that students subconsciously expected the smell of coffee to enhance their own performance. To test this theory, they conducted a survey on the effect of fragrances on human activity among more than 200 new project participants.

In principle, the theory was confirmed. Indeed, most people believed that the aroma of coffee enhances their ability to solve intellectual problems, makes them more energetic and attentive.

Researchers speak of a kind of placebo effect of coffee aroma. In fact, it is enough to activate human thought processes without the use of caffeine. According to scientists, olfaction (communication through smells) is one of the strongest human abilities. This means that some odors, such as coffee, can be used to activate various functions.

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