title: Synthesizing complex sensations from simple components.
abstract: The target article suggests that taste is not based on the traditional four basic tastes, but rather is a continuum subserved by cross-fiber integration. This commentary describes evidence indicating that the traditional concept is valid, and that with suitable precautions, it is possible to match natural substances using mixtures representing fundamental tastes.
authors.affiliation: Department of Psychology, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, PO Box 413, Milwaukee, WI 53201, rmwarren@uwm.edu , http://www.uwm.edu/Dept/APL/
authors.forename: Richard M
authors.initials: RM
authors.lastname: Warren