# Structural basis of odor sensing by insect heteromeric odorant receptors

*PRI Rank #7 · Topics and Trends in Most Cited Neurobiology and Insect Physiology Research Papers, Class of 2026*

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| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Rank | #7 |
| 18m citations | 76 |
| Journal | Science |
| Year | 2024 |
| DOI | 10.1126/science.adn6384 |
| Corresponding authors | Josefina del Mármol |
| Institution | Harvard Medical School, United States |

**Ranking page:** [Topics and Trends in Most Cited Neurobiology and Insect Physiology Research Papers, Class of 2026](https://pri.pepkio.com/top-papers/neurobiology-and-insect-physiology-research/2026)

**Paper link:** [10.1126/science.adn6384](https://doi.org/10.1126/science.adn6384)

## Topics

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