Researchers have found an odour gene which gives the thorny fruit its notoriously pungent scent. 近日,研究人员在榴莲里面发现了一种气味基因,正是此基因赋予了这种多刺水果难闻的刺鼻气味。 The discovery meant the possibility of creating "odourless or milder-tasting" fruits in future, the scientists said. 科学家们表示,这一发现意味着在未来我们可以创造出“无臭或吃起来适中”的水果。 It has sparked mixed feelings from durian aficionados, who worship its signature rank smell. 但是这也使得那些喜欢这种难闻臭味的榴莲爱好者有了异议。 |