Cambridge University defends scholar amid backlash over thesis on smell and racism

Cambridge University has defended its scholar, who faced backlash online for her thesis, ‘Olfactory Ethics: The Politics of Smell in Modern and Contemporary Prose’. Dr Ally Louks, a scholar at Cambridge University, found herself at the receiving end of the internet after her social media post celebrating a major academic milestone went viral. Following the backlash, Cambridge University, in a post on Instagram, issued a public statement in support of Dr Louks and condemned the harassment she endured. Cambridge also acknowledged the overwhelmingly positive response to Dr Louks’ achievement, noting that several comments showcased “generosity, intellectual curiosity, and kindness.” Take a look at the post here: Despite the initial backlash, the incident has drawn attention to the importance of academic freedom and the resilience of scholars who challenge societal norms through their work.