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Method enhances solubility of pea protein for use in food and beverages

Research conducted at the State University of Campinas (UNICAMP) in São Paulo state, Brazil, shows that heat treatment of pea protein and addition of guarana extract result in a compound with significant potential to be used as an ingredient of plan.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgDec 5th, 2024

Government needs to be clearer on food waste rules, says new UK report

English councils could struggle to meet new food waste recycling regulations, known as "Simpler Recycling" which are due to come into force next year, says a Newcastle University report......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsDec 5th, 2024

Chemists develop color-changing test for rapid salmonella detection

A group of chemists at the University at Albany have developed a new method for fast-acting salmonella detection. The test employs a paper strip that changes color in the presence of the bacterial genome, enabling quick screening for salmonella in fo.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsDec 5th, 2024

Gene editing and plant domestication essential to protect food supplies in a worsening climate, scientists say

We all need to eat, but the impact of the climate crisis on our crops is throwing the world's food supply into question. Modern crops, domesticated for high food yields and ease of harvesting, lack the genetic resources to respond to the climate cris.....»»

Category: topSource:  informationweekRelated NewsDec 5th, 2024

Turning corn colorful: Researchers demonstrate purple corn"s surprising health benefits

Americans love their corn—whether it's canned, fresh off the cob or in their favorite breakfast cereal. But what if this staple grain could be more than just a starch? What if it could become a critical source of protein and fiber while helping pre.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsDec 4th, 2024

Isotope analysis reveals mammoth as key food source for ancient Americans

Scientists have uncovered the first direct evidence that ancient Americans relied primarily on mammoth and other large animals for food. Their research sheds new light on both the rapid expansion of humans throughout the Americas and the extinction o.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsDec 4th, 2024

Investigating seasonal effects on health-promoting compounds in cabbage varieties

Researchers at the Leibniz Institute of Vegetable and Ornamental Crops (IGZ) investigated the seasonal variation in glucosinolates and their enzymatic hydrolysis products in red and white cabbage, as well as broccoli. The results, published in Food C.....»»

Category: topSource:  pcmagRelated NewsDec 4th, 2024

AI model enables reliable and accurate protein-ligand complex prediction

Understanding protein–ligand interactions is fundamental to molecular biology and biochemistry. These interactions are at the heart of many cellular processes, from enzyme catalysis to signal transduction. The foundational knowledge of protein–li.....»»

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Discovery of molecular switch explains how bacteria control their protein biosynthesis through cell metabolism

Protein biosynthesis—the process whereby cells produce protein molecules, which are essential for life and growth—is a highly complex and strictly regulated affair. An interdisciplinary team led by LMU biologist PD Dr. Jürgen Lassak has now disc.....»»

Category: topSource:  marketingvoxRelated NewsDec 4th, 2024

Team shows increase in food mass through photorespiratory bypass in elevated temperatures

A team from the University of Illinois has engineered potato to be more resilient to global warming, showing 30% increases in tuber mass under heat wave conditions. This adaptation may provide greater food security for families dependent on potatoes,.....»»

Category: topSource:  pcmagRelated NewsDec 4th, 2024

Hiring people with disabilities positively influences hotel guest perceptions, finds study

Employing people with disabilities (PWD) in hotels not only enhances social responsibility but also significantly boosts customer intentions to recommend and revisit hotels, according to a new study from the University of Surrey. This pivotal study c.....»»

Category: topSource:  informationweekRelated NewsDec 3rd, 2024

Poplar tree study discovers a photosynthesis gene that boosts plant height

A team of scientists have identified a gene in poplar trees that enhances photosynthesis and can boost tree height. The study, "An orphan gene BOOSTER enhances photosynthetic efficiency and plant productivity," is published in Developmental Cell, and.....»»

Category: topSource:  informationweekRelated NewsDec 3rd, 2024

Decoding protein interactions to better understand how mutations contribute to disease

Investigating how proteins interact is key to understanding how cells work and communicate. In a new study published in Nature Communications, FMI researchers have provided key insights into how protein interactions are governed and how mutations inf.....»»

Category: topSource:  informationweekRelated NewsDec 3rd, 2024

Seeking a new way of life under the sea—and a world record

There are probably easier ways to set a world record, but Rudiger Koch has found his method 11 meters (36 feet) under the sea......»»

Category: topSource:  informationweekRelated NewsDec 3rd, 2024

Enzyme study sheds light on the molecular mechanism behind "sleepiness"

Recent research has observed that chemical modifications called phosphorylation of proteins in brain neurons dynamically regulate sleep and wakefulness. But the protein kinases that suppress sleep and the dephosphorylation enzymes that control sleep.....»»

Category: topSource:  informationweekRelated NewsDec 3rd, 2024

Researchers find a way to make 3D printed pea gels hold their shape better, strengthening potential for use as food

Using plasma, the stuff of the universe, University of Alberta researchers have improved the 3D printability of a valuable plant protein for use in food. The study is published in the journal Food Bioscience......»»

Category: topSource:  pcmagRelated NewsDec 3rd, 2024

Backyard chickens in Australia perceived as companion animals and food source, interviews reveal

Chickens have been a mainstay in Australian backyards for generations. New research from the University of Adelaide reveals that owners see their chooks as a blend between pet and livestock as well as a trustworthy source of produce......»»

Category: topSource:  pcmagRelated NewsDec 3rd, 2024

Climate warming is reducing rice quality in East Asia, research reveals

Rice is a food staple for billions of people worldwide, with demand doubling over the past 50 years, and is predominantly grown in Asia before being exported globally. This crop is sensitive to weather conditions and, as such, understanding how yield.....»»

Category: topSource:  pcmagRelated NewsDec 3rd, 2024

Study discovers a nano-switch mechanism controlled by a single hydrogen atom in all living organisms

A group of researchers in Japan has revealed, for the first time, a mechanism for controlling the potential of an electron carrier protein in the redox reaction that all organisms need to obtain energy. The study was published in the online edition o.....»»

Category: topSource:  pcmagRelated NewsDec 3rd, 2024

Cyber Monday savings: Take $350 off this Café Bellissimo espresso maker

Brew your favorite beverages like a barista with the Cáfe Bellissimo Semi Automatic Espresso Maker. Save $350 when you purchase at Walmart this Cyber Monday......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsDec 3rd, 2024

Researchers develop hyper-sampling imaging to deliver ultra-high-resolution images

A research team led by Prof. Zhang Ze from the Aerospace Information Research Institute (AIR) of the Chinese Academy of Sciences has developed a hyper-sampling imaging (HSI) technology that enhances the image quality and resolution of digital imaging.....»»

Category: topSource:  theglobeandmailRelated NewsDec 2nd, 2024