The Sixth (or Seventh?) Taste
Ever since the acceptance of umami as the fifth taste in the 80s, there has been research and debate into the existence of the sixth taste. In fact, in recent years, scientists have proposed a [...]
The Supplant Company: Sweet Prospects for the Future
The quest for a healthier alternative to sugar has been a challenge for food and beverage innovators for decades, and sparked a wide range of solutions. The Supplant Company has found a way to turn [...]
A Fresh Look at Frozen Foods
Frozen foods are enjoying a resurgence in popularity, as a new generation discovers the nutrition and convenience available in the freezer aisle. And new advances in freezing technologies are unlocking new benefits in frozen foods. [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
What’s So Special About a Pringle?
Pringles are an iconic global brand, and a completely unique snack food. Scientifically engineered to be an improvement on classic potato chips, and with an incredible history, how do Pringles stack up? If you’re one [...]
Babies are Big Business: Innovations in Infant Nutrition
There are few foods more critically necessary, more difficult to synthesize, and more highly regulated, than infant formulas. The obstacles and opportunities in infant nutrition are driving innovation around the world. Let’s take a look. [...]
Food Waste Reduction at the Source: New Approaches to Sustainability
We all know that food waste is a huge economic and environmental problem. But did you know that only 46% of food waste is generated by consumers? In fact, 51% of waste in Europe takes [...]
