Using shrimp to keep white bread white
31 May, 2023Due to health concerns surrounding traditional whitening agents, there is a search to find organic, bio-compatible analogues as a replacement.
Researchers develop allergy-free chicken egg
30 May, 2023Using genome editing technology, researchers have produced an egg without ovomucoid, the protein that causes egg white allergies.
The conundrum of plant-based alternatives
30 May, 2023Australian food scientist Dr Hazel Mactavish-West believes many plant-based alternatives are failing to deliver on taste, promise, price and nutrition.
Speeding up pathogenic bacteria testing
26 May, 2023Researchers from the University of Delaware have developed a way to rapidly test plants for pathogens before they are sold for consumption.
Non-invasive allergen testing: research
25 May, 2023During the food production process, it's vital to have reliable methods of allergen testing in place as cross-contamination can occur easily.
Plastics pervasive across entire food chain
23 May, 2023A study led by CSIRO has found that micro and nanoplastics are pervasive in our food supply and may be affecting food safety and security on a global scale.
Industrial-scale seaweed production in development
22 May, 2023A Flinders University research project aims to explore and develop industrial-scale seaweed production, expected to create hundreds of jobs in regional Australia.
The physics of creating shelf-stable gummies
17 May, 2023Formulation and storage, both of which alter how the molecules in the candies link together, are vital to keeping gummies in good condition.
Increasing the shelf life of berries
17 May, 2023A European research program is looking at ways to increase the shelf life of berries using high-precision agriculture and innovative processing methods.
Gut microbiome research funding recipients announced
17 May, 2023Danone North America has selected this year's recipients of the 2022–2023 Annual Gut Microbiome, Yogurt and Probiotic Fellowship Program.
Telstra partners with Charles Sturt to test digital farm platform
15 May, 2023Charles Sturt and Telstra have partnered to assist the Farm Data Services platform to manage and integrate data from the Global Digital Farm.
Researchers develop 'GM safety net' for banana industry
15 May, 2023QUT has developed a genetically modified variety of Cavendish banana designed to help save the world's Cavendish banana production.
Discovering the secrets of bubbles
05 May, 2023Researchers investigated the stability of bubble chains in carbonated drinks, like champagne and sparkling wine.
Plant scaffolds developed for cultured meat
02 May, 2023A research team has 3D-printed an edible cell culture scaffold using common plant proteins, allowing more sustainable lab-grown meat to be served on the table.
Research: Defining junk food
02 May, 2023An analysis of food policies by researchers has aimed to define 'junk food' and determine which foods should be subject to health-related policies.
