Over 1,000 new fragrances are launched every year, and the perfume industry has a surprisingly large environmental impact for its size. However, updated practices from legendary perfume brands, along with a new generation of sustainable startups, are changing the landscape for the fragrance industry. Environmental Impacts of the Fragrance Industry […]
A Look at the Colorful Future of Food
Humans have been coloring food for centuries. We do it for tradition, for aesthetics, for fun! Everyday, biotechnology is opening frontiers for new pigments with an array of novel benefits. Let’s take a look at some exciting developments in the next generation of food pigmentation. The ‘Why’ of Color… It […]
3 Recruitment Trends to Watch in 2022
In many ways, recruitment and employment trends for the coming year are consistent with changes since 2020. But the year ahead promises some important changes for HR and recruitment professionals. Here are the recruitment trends to watch in 2022. Recruitment Basics Remain the Same In many ways, 2022 promises more […]
New Frontiers in Fragrances: Scent Marketing
The signature scent of a Williams Sonoma store is as much a part of the brand’s retail experience as the font on their signage. In fact, scent has a powerful ability to trigger memory and emotion, and smart retailers are using it to influence buying decisions. Let’s learn more about […]
Getting Over a Cold: Over-the-counter Medication
These days we all know much more about reducing our exposure to viral germs and viruses. But despite that hard-gained knowledge, many of us will still catch a cold over the winter. Is there a chance that with all the research into viruses there could someday be a cure? And […]
Best Practices in Remote Onboarding of New Hires
Working remotely was already a rising trend in 2019, and in 2021 demand for workers has risen and workers’ expectations have changed. Remote work and thus remote onboarding are the reality now for many industries. Here are some tips for the successful remote onboarding of new employees. Challenges in Employee […]
How to Recruit Top Talent in a Labor Shortage
Europe is facing severe labor shortages, especially in certain critical sectors. What are the factors that are causing the labor shortage, and how can companies compete for the top talent? Let’s take a look. Factors Causing Europe’s Labor Shortage Post-COVID Europe has seen most unemployment figures return to 2018 levels, […]
Everyday Biotech: Food Preservation
The need to preserve food is as old as time, but today’s consumers want preservatives that are natural and sustainable. Innovative firms are harnessing ancient techniques with modern technology, and finding new ways forward. The Challenges of Preservatives With modern refrigeration and food packaging technologies, you might think that food […]
