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Technique improves characterization of drug delivery systems

Postnova Analytics reports that its CF2000 Centrifugal Field Flow Fractionation system is delivering exciting new data to scientists developing drug delivery systems.

From Postnova Analytics 23 Mar 2020

Palatable disruption: the politics of plant milk

In the last decade, plant-based milk has dramatically increased in popularity, which researchers believe is being driven by the politics of milk consumption.

9 Mar 2020

The use of natural hydrogels in food and agriculture practices

Hydrogels are widely used materials for various applications in areas ranging from medicine, cosmetics, and tissue engineering to food and agriculture.

8 Feb 2020

An analysis of the effects GM crops have on agriculture

Genetic modification (GM) of crops refers to the insertion of a DNA sequence (transgene) into a plant’s genome to confer new characteristics.

8 Feb 2020

“Cellular agriculture” could address sustainability challenges in the manufacture of foods

Conventional agricultural food production methods currently seem unlikely to be able to provide for the food requirements of the world’s increasing population.

6 Feb 2020

Leaf litter converted to biochar could reduce N20 emissions from vegetable fields

A study suggests that converting autumn leaf litter into biochar and adding it to vegetable fields may reduce emissions of the potent greenhouse gas.

5 Feb 2020

Artificial Intelligence could help the agriculture industry meet increasing food demands

It is predicted to in the year 2050, demands for water, food, energy and the threats surrounding climate change will present a host of supply challenges.

5 Feb 2020