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 [...]
Everyday Biotech: Emulsifiers
Few ingredients are as poorly understood as emulsifiers. Necessary in everything from foods and condiments to cosmetics and personal care products, emulsifiers are often seen as unhealthy or unnatural ingredients. For consumers seeking to avoid [...]
Meatless Meat: Is Animal-Free Meat Possible?
Plant-based proteins are the hottest food trend in recent years, driven by a desire for more sustainable, cruelty-free foods. But some researchers are going further, using innovative technologies to develop meat without animals at all. [...]
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 [...]
Innovation Spotlight: Latest Advances in Plant-Based Proteins
Plant-based proteins are more than a food trend - they are essential in the quest for new food sources, new ways of providing human nutrition, and new ways of protecting our planet. These innovators are [...]
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 [...]
