FDA recommends nanotechnology research, but not labeling
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) yesterday released a report that recommends the agency takes steps to assess the benefits and risks of nanotechnology.
Archives for July 25, 2007
Scientists look to salt to reduce acrylamide
Salt may act as a catalyst in the polymerisation, and therefore reduction, of acrylamide in foods, suggests a new study from the Slovak Republic.
Bunge invests in new China soy plant
Agro firm Bunge is to expand its soy presence in China, announcing today the establishment of a joint venture to construct a new soybean processing plant in the country.
Biopolymers developed to extend probiotic shelf life
A line of biopolymer ingredients under development will allow probiotics to be used in more foods than is presently possible.