A massive new global study led by the University of Copenhagen and University of Hohenheim has examined the effects of diversified agriculture. The conclusion is abundantly clear—positive effects increase with every measure, ...
Ecology
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Whether it is enjoyed as creamy milk chocolate truffles, baked in a devilishly dark chocolate cake or even poured as hot cocoa, Americans on average consume almost 20 pounds (9 kilograms) of chocolate in a year. People have ...
Analytical Chemistry
Feb 7, 2023
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Researchers at the University of Tokyo have developed an innovative plastic that is stronger and stretchier than the current standard type. The plastic is also partially biodegradable, remembers its shape, and can be healed ...
Polymers
Nov 2, 2023
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In an era of grocery stores and home refrigerators, it is easy to lose sight of the fact that, for most of history, people have been bound by the seasonality of food. This reality has long presented humanity with a conundrum: ...
Cell & Microbiology
Jan 19, 2024
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To produce plant-based cheeses that feel and taste like dairy cheese, scientists have their sights set on fermentation. In a new research result, University of Copenhagen scientists demonstrate the potential of fermentation ...
Cell & Microbiology
Oct 4, 2023
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Bread made from a new type of whole cell pulse flour can lower blood glucose (sugar) levels and keep you fuller for longer, new research has found.
Biotechnology
Feb 9, 2023
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Attention supermarket shoppers in Belgium, France and Luxembourg: a test to cut waste from plastic packaging of foods is coming to nearby stores.
Environment
Mar 19, 2024
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The production of mineral based fertilizers requires a significant amount of energy and relies in part on non-renewable resources such as phosphate rock. Furthermore, the price of mineral fertilizer is currently at a record ...
Agriculture
Nov 17, 2023
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Imagine using insects as a source of chemicals to make plastics that can biodegrade later—with the help of that very same type of bug. That concept is closer to reality than you might expect. Researchers describe their ...
Biochemistry
Aug 14, 2023
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The future of global food production is under threat as temperature rises will impact farmers' physical capacity to work, a new study has revealed.
Agriculture
Jan 19, 2024
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