What is a Point Mutation?
A point mutation, also known as a single nucleotide variation (SNV) or single nucleotide polymorphism (SNP), is a type of genetic mutation that involves a […]
Paprika Extract As A Functional Colouring Agent
Introduction Paprika extract is often seen on ingredient lists as a natural colour. Most snacks appear to contain it and it is preferred to colours […]
Lycopene: One Of The World’s Most Powerful Antioxidants
Lycopene is the bright red pigment obtained from fruits and vegetables such as tomatoes, red carrots, sweet red peppers, watermelons, and papaya. It is responsible […]
Using Extrusion To Modify The Properties Of Dietary Fiber
Dietary fibre is an important nutritional ingredient and along with bioactive compounds extremely beneficial to human and animal health. The capability for using extrusion to […]
Millennials Are Bigger Spenders Than Baby Boomers When It comes To Groceries
Grocery spending is a key measure when assessing the state of a country’s economy. Delving deeper shows young millennials now exceed the older generations when […]
How Will Changing Populations Change Shopping Behaviour?
How are populations changing and how is this affecting the shopping behaviour of food customers? Population increases and changes in demographics have long been discussed […]
Cannabis Consumption Being Used To Reduce Taking Of Prescription Medicines
Cannabis consumption continues to attract new proponents and users as more states make the herb legal to use and sell and develop consumer products which […]
The Great Health Benefits Of Tomatoes And Tomato Juice
Tomatoes (Solanum lycopersicum L.) and tomato juice are rich in a great variety of nutrients especially ones termed as micronutrients. It is one of the most […]
The Beauty Of The Pawpaw
The pawpaw fruit (or papaya as some mistakenly call it) is a North American fruit of great taste and quality. You’ve probably never heard of […]
Making The Classic Fruit Leather
The fruit leather is an easy way to turn fruit puree into a stable product which appeals to children and adults alike. In the Middle […]
Silkworm Pupae As Potential Food
Silkworms have been known for millenia as the source of silk but the silkworm pupae may also be a potentially nutritious food source for many. […]
Achieving Genetic Stability in Microbial Strains For Industrial Use
Achieving genetic stability in microbial strains for industrial purposes is crucial to ensure consistent and reliable production of desired products. Here are some strategies employed […]
The Bacterium: Bacillus licheniformis
Bacillus licheniformis is a Gram-positive, rod-shaped bacterium that belongs to the genus Bacillus. It is commonly found in soil, dust, and various natural environments worldwide. […]
The Bacterium: Bacillus subtilis
Bacillus subtilis is a Gram-positive, aerobic rod-shaped bacterium that belongs to the genus Bacillus. It is commonly found in soil, water, and the gastrointestinal tracts […]
Using Pomace In Foods
What do we mean when we talk about pomace in foods? Pomace is the name given to skins, seeds and bits of fibre that are […]
How Lysis Genes are Used For Bacterial Containment Systems
The use of lysis genes in bacteria as a biological containment system is a strategy employed in genetic engineering to prevent the unintended spread of […]
The Yeast: Yarrowia lipolytica
Yarrowia lipolytica is a non-pathogenic yeast species that belongs to the family Dipodascaceae within the phylum Ascomycota. It is an industrially important microorganism known for […]
Using Scaffold Proteins for Stem Cell Adhesion and Proliferation
Scaffold proteins can be utilized to promote the adhesion, differentiation, and proliferation of stem cells by providing a three-dimensional (3D) microenvironment that mimics the natural […]
What is Hydroxyapatite?
Hydroxyapatite (HA) is a naturally occurring mineral form of calcium apatite, which is the main inorganic component of bone and teeth. It is a crystalline […]
Ultra-Processed Foods Could Increase Risk Of Early Death
Two studies published in the British Medical Journal (BMJ) are claiming that eating various ready meals and other foods which contain high sugar and added […]