The root vegetable cassava is a major food staple in dozens of countries across the world. Drought-resistant, nutritious, and tasty, it has also become a major source of income for small-scale, rural farmers in places like ...
Biotechnology
Jul 25, 2022
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Low-oxygen conditions in oceans negatively affect marine life and ecosystems. Although many coastlines experience regular low-oxygen periods, the phenomenon is becoming more common as dissolved oxygen decreases globally. ...
Earth Sciences
Jul 25, 2022
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While blood clotting is important to prevent blood loss and for our immunity, coagulation also can cause health issues and even death. Currently, one in four people worldwide dies from diseases and conditions caused by blood ...
Bio & Medicine
Jul 14, 2022
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Aiming to produce environmentally friendly alternatives to plastic food wrap and containers, a Rutgers scientist has developed a biodegradable, plant-based coating that can be sprayed on foods, guarding against pathogenic ...
Materials Science
Jun 20, 2022
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Soy—the versatile protein source that comes from the species of legumes known as soybeans—is becoming a popular alternative to meat and dairy products, and for good reason. Whether you are trying to eat healthier, eat ...
Agriculture
May 18, 2022
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As consumers seek fewer preservatives in packaged food—while the environment needs less plastic waste—Cornell scientists are finding ways to make active packaging materials with a biologically-derived polymer that helps ...
Biotechnology
Apr 13, 2022
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Inspired by the bacteria-killing wings of insects like cicadas, scientists have developed a natural antibacterial texture for use on food packaging to improve shelf life and reduce waste. The lab-made nanotexture from an ...
Nanomaterials
Mar 21, 2022
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Plastic packaging in grocery stores protects fruits and vegetables from spoilage, but also creates significant amounts of waste. Together with the retailer Lidl Switzerland, Empa researchers have now developed a protective ...
Biochemistry
Jan 4, 2022
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Far beneath the ice shelves of the Antarctic, there is more marine life than expected, finds a recent study in the journal Current Biology, published this week.
Ecology
Dec 20, 2021
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As soon as a head of broccoli is harvested, an internal freshness clock starts counting down. Eventually, that crisp, green broccoli crown wilts and yellows.
Plants & Animals
Nov 17, 2021
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