Devising new meat alternatives with 3D printing—and cocoa butter
No longer just a dream of vegetarians and vegans, fake meat is becoming more widely available in grocery stores and restaurants. And more options are almost certainly on the way. In a study reported in ACS Food Science & Technology, one team has deve.....»»
Best Apple AirPods alternatives for 2024: Bose, Sony, Marshall, and more
Apple's AirPods may be iconic, but they're not alone. If you're looking for alternatives that compare in sound, features, and price, here are some of the best......»»
Surprising link found between niacin and risk of heart attack and stroke
Breakdown products of niacin, aka Vitamin B3, may spur vascular inflammation. Enlarge / A shopper looks at a meat display on June 20, 2022 at the Market 32 Supermarket in South Burlington, Vermont. Niacin can be found in foods su.....»»
Ditching meat could release vital land to produce energy and remove carbon from the atmosphere—new study
A radical reduction in the amount of meat, dairy and other products sourced from animals is possible in the coming decades, as people turn to an increasing variety of alternatives. This would unlock vast amounts of land currently used to rear animals.....»»
5 laptops you should buy instead of the MacBook Pro
There's no laptop quite like the MacBook Pro right now, but here are 5 alternatives that come very close......»»
5 phones you should buy instead of the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra is an incredible phone, but there are some phones you should consider instead. Here are five of the best S24 Ultra alternatives......»»
Study: Replacing plastics with biodegradable alternatives would lead to significant carbon emissions reduction
Plastic pollution and its impact on the environment have become critical global issues in recent years. In response, the research teams have conducted a study to evaluate the carbon emissions associated with both traditional plastic products and biod.....»»
Bitmagnet Allows People to Run Their Own Decentralized Torrent Indexer Locally
BitTorrent is often characterized as a decentralized file-sharing technology. However, its reliance on centralized indexes runs contrary to this idea. Over the years, several 'indestructible' alternatives have been proposed, including the relatively.....»»
Meat, legume or rice-based dishes tend to have a larger biodiversity footprint, study shows
Dishes like Brazilian steak and Indian kidney bean curry have an especially large biodiversity footprint, or impact on biodiversity, according to a study published in the open-access journal PLOS ONE by Elissa Cheng from the National University of Si.....»»
Chameleons inspire new multicolor 3D-printing technology
Inspired by the color-changing ability of chameleons, researchers have developed a sustainable technique to 3D-print multiple, dynamic colors from a single ink......»»
The 5 best Microsoft Surface Pro alternatives in 2024
While the Surface Pro laptops are great, there are also some excellent alternatives worth checking out......»»
People are returning the Vision Pro. Here are the best alternatives you can buy now
Apple's Vision Pro is great, but there are notable alternatives, some with sharper screens, better Mac connectivity, and lower prices......»»
Unique manufacturing method produces more appealing vegan meat
Vegan food is often sidestepped due to its rubbery consistency. Food technology researchers at Lund University in Sweden have now developed a way to make vegan food more appetizing by using new combinations of raw materials. So far, the research fiel.....»»
The 3 best (reputable) DJI Drone alternatives in 2024
If you want DJI drone alternatives, there aren't many choices out there. Here are the ones that actually work......»»
The best office chair alternatives for people at a desk all day
Spending long hours at your desk can cause a variety of aches and pains. Here's a look at the six best office chair alternatives to improve your health......»»
The 5 best PlayStation Portal alternatives in 2024
PlayStation Portal lets you access your PS5 while away from your TV, but it's not your only option. Here's a look at five PlayStation Portal alternatives......»»
Leading Lab-Grown Meat Company Upside Foods Just Paused a Major Expansion
Upside Foods is putting plans for its Illinois-based cultivated meat factory on hold and laying off staff to focus on its existing plant......»»
Check out these Ring video doorbell alternatives that don’t require a subscription
Ring offers great video doorbells, but there are plenty of alternatives that don't force you into a monthly subscription. Here are some brands to consider......»»
By growing animal cells in rice grains, scientists dish up hybrid food
From lab-grown chicken to cricket-derived protein, these innovative alternatives offer hope for a planet struggling with the environmental and ethical impacts of industrial agriculture. Now, Korean scientists add a new recipe to the list—cultured b.....»»
Team demonstrates fabrication method to construct 3D structures that mimic bone microstructure
Scientists have combined laser 3D printing technology and an alternate soaking process to construct complex 3D structures that mimic bone microstructure. This is the first demonstration of this fabrication method, and it will lead to the development.....»»
A new approach to producing artificial cartilage with the help of 3D printing
Is it possible to grow tissue in the laboratory, for example to replace injured cartilage? At TU Wien (Vienna), an important step has now been taken toward creating replacement tissue in the lab—using a technique that differs significantly from oth.....»»