Chemoreceptor. Definition. noun, plural: chemoreceptors. (1) A sensory nerve cell or sense organ, as of smell, or taste, that are able to detect and respond to chemical stimuli. (2) A sensory receptor that detects chemical stimuli in the environment and relay that information to the central nervous system.
In July 2003, Nike paid $309 million to acquire Converse. Nike approached the 1980s revival around 2005 to relaunch the footwear of choice of that decade, and the Chucks quickly became a cultural phenomenon once again.
Prior to December 2014, Nike also owned two other companies, Cole Haan and Umbro Ltd. Cole Haan used to market, distribute and design high-end coats, handbags, shoes and accessories for Nike. Umbro Ltd., which was based in the UK, was a global football brand that sold football shorts and other football gear.