uSapida
uSapida is a theoretical framework and proposed standard in the field of sensory science that aims to unify the modeling of gustatory perception across chemicals, foods, and digital sensors. The name combines sapida, from Latin sapidus meaning savory or flavorful, with the prefix u- indicating universality or unification. In its conception, uSapida specifies a canonical taste space, a set of TasteUnits (TU) on a 0–100 scale, and mappings from chemical profiles and sensory data to coordinates within that space.
The framework outlines modular components: input adapters that translate chemical descriptors and sensor readings into standardized
Implementation has appeared mainly in experimental form and within lab-scale projects. Proponents argue that it facilitates
Applications associated with uSapida include flavor design, quality control in the food industry, and research in
See also gustation, flavor science, electronic tongue, sensory data standardization.