NATURE. SCIENCE. HUMAN WELL-BEING.

Bio-Responsive
Ingredients

From Nature’s Molecules
to Human Possibilities

Bio-responsive ingredients are naturally
derived molecules that interact with
sensory receptors, neural pathways,
and biological targets, offering opportunities
for innovative applications in fragrance,
food & beverage, personal care and
beyond.

REAL MOLECULES.
REAL RESPONSES.
A BRIGHTER TOMORROW.

Human profile showing the brain, sensory and neural pathways, naturally derived molecules, and a cell membrane receptor.
  1. SENSORY
    PERCEPTION
  2. NEURAL
    RESPONSE
  3. PHYSIOLOGICAL
    EFFECTS
  4. HUMAN
    WELL-BEING
  • LIGAND (MOLECULE)
  • RECEPTOR
  • CELL MEMBRANE
  • SIGNAL TRANSDUCTION
    (INTRACELLULAR)

Three Exposure Routes

One Ingredient. Multiple Opportunities.

01

Inhalation: olfactory epithelium and trigeminal nerve.

Inhalation

Aromatic molecules interact with olfactory and trigeminal receptors, influencing neural and emotional responses.

Key Pathways:Olfactory (CN I)
Trigeminal (CN V)

02

Oral intake: gut receptors, enteric nervous system, and intestinal epithelium.

Oral Intake

Molecules interact with oral and gastrointestinal sensors, with potential systemic effects.

Key Pathways:Taste Receptors
Gut Epithelium  •  ENS

03

Topical application: stratum corneum, epidermis, dermis, and sensory nerves.

Topical Application

Molecules interact with skin receptors, supporting cutaneous and neuro-skin responses.

Key Pathways:Cutaneous Receptors
Neuro-Skin Axis

The Bio-Responsive Framework

  1. MOLECULE

    Naturally derived
    bioactive compound

  2. RECEPTOR

    Interaction with
    biological targets

  3. SIGNALING

    Transduction via neural
    or cellular pathways

  4. RESPONSE

    Physiological effects
    and well-being

NATURAL SOLUTIONS FOR A MORE VIBRANT LIFE.

SCIENCE TODAY, POSSIBILITIES TOMORROW.

The A&S Approach to Bio-Responsive Research

From Product Thinking
to Human Response Thinking

A&S studies how ingredients interact with sensory and biological systems—and how those interactions can be translated into meaningful, measurable applications.

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A Broader Research Perspective

Product-Led Questions

  • What is the ingredient?

  • What function
    does it offer?

  • How is performance
    measured?

  • Where can it be applied?

A&S Human-Response
Questions

  • How is it sensed
    by the body?

  • Which mechanisms
    are involved?

  • What biological
    responses occur?

  • What functional
    outcomes can be
    supported?

What A&S Brings Together

Sensory Science

Perception and
sensory interfaces

Life Science

Biological pathways
and cellular responses

Evidence & Validation

Measurable responses
and functional outcomes

Application
Development

Translating research
into real-world solutions

Natural solutions for a more vibrant life.Science today, possibilities tomorrow.

SCIENCE FOR A BRIGHTER TOMORROW

Exploring the Broader Potential of Bioactive Compounds

From Natural Sources to Bio-Responsive Potential

A&S explores natural ingredients, active compounds, and selected aroma molecules to understand their biological interactions and functional potential.

Our Science

Our Ingredient Research Scope

EXPLORING NATURE. UNLOCKING POTENTIAL.

  1. Natural
    Ingredients

  2. Botanical
    Extracts

  3. Aroma
    Molecules

  4. Functional
    Bioactives

  5. Biotechnology-
    Derived Actives

Representative Bio-Responsive Aroma Candidates

NATURAL MOLECULES. MEANINGFUL POTENTIAL.

  1. Cedarwood and green cedar foliage

    Cedrol

    Woody

    C15H26O

    Cedrol chemical structure (C15H26O); PubChem CID 65575
  2. Fresh pine needles

    α-Pinene

    Fresh, Piney

    C10H16

    α-Pinene chemical structure (C10H16); PubChem CID 6654
  3. Lemons and fresh citrus leaves

    Limonene

    Citrus, Fresh

    C10H16

    Limonene chemical structure (C10H16); PubChem CID 22311
  4. Cloves and peppercorns

    β-Caryophyllene

    Spicy, Woody

    C15H24

    β-Caryophyllene chemical structure (C15H24); PubChem CID 5281515
  5. Eucalyptus leaves

    1,8-Cineole

    Eucalyptus-like

    C10H18O

    1,8-Cineole chemical structure (C10H18O); PubChem CID 2758
  6. Pink rose

    β-Citronellol

    Floral, Fresh

    C10H20O

    β-Citronellol chemical structure (C10H20O); PubChem CID 8842
  7. Star anise

    trans-Anethole

    Sweet, Anise

    C10H12O

    trans-Anethole chemical structure (C10H12O); PubChem CID 637563
  8. Flowering lavender

    Linalool

    Floral, Relaxing

    C10H18O

    Linalool chemical structure (C10H18O); PubChem CID 6549
  9. Purple lavender flowers

    Linalyl acetate

    Floral, Fruity

    C12H20O2

    Linalyl acetate chemical structure (C12H20O2); PubChem CID 8294
  10. Sandalwood pieces

    α-Santalol

    Woody, Soft

    C15H24O

    α-Santalol chemical structure (C15H24O); PubChem CID 11085337

NATURE  ×  SCIENCE  ×  HUMAN WELL-BEING.

Bio-Responsive
Ingredients

Nature-Derived Molecules. Purposeful Human Response.

BOTANICAL INTELLIGENCE
FOR A HEALTHIER TOMORROW