Food design & research

A traditional Indigenous bushfood could be the next superfood

12 February, 2024

Wattleseed could be the centre of a new Indigenous industry, according to a University of Queensland researcher.


Research: How common preservatives affect gut health

06 February, 2024

New research has found that a common class of antibiotics used as a food preservative has potent effects both against pathogens and on gut bacteria.


Australian Government seeking consultation on food marketing

06 February, 2024

The Australian Government is investing in a feasibility study to examine the landscape of unhealthy food marketing to children and is currently seeking feedback.


Using plant protein for cultivated meat with improved texture

01 February, 2024

Researchers have found that a non-allergenic wheat protein could be used to grow cells for cultivated meat with meat-like textures.


Chocolate bar made with new protein grown out of thin air

29 January, 2024

A Finnish food company, introducing a limited-edition chocolate snack bar with a novel protein ingredient in Singapore, is set to ramp up production soon.


Research: Inflammatory food could contribute to muscle aging

23 January, 2024

Inflammatory foods may contribute to muscle degeneration in people aged over 65, University of the Sunshine Coast research has found.


Four strategies to increase productivity and competitiveness for food and beverage manufacturers

23 January, 2024 by James Robinson, Vice President of Services for Asia Pacific at SYSPRO | Supplied by: SYSPRO

The inflationary impacts of Australians' weekly grocery shop is comparable to what our local F&B manufacturers are grappling with, ie, rapidly increasing costs.


Making plant-based meat alternatives tastier

16 January, 2024

IFF has collaborated with Unilever and Wageningen University & Research (WUR) to address flavour challenges in plant-based meat alternatives.


Using chemical signature to identify wine

09 January, 2024

By applying AI tools to existing data, researchers have successfully identified the chemical mark of red wines from seven major estates in the Bordeaux region.


A new brew with potential — lab-grown coffee

20 December, 2023

A study found that some of the comforting aromas and tastes of a conventional cup of coffee could be reproduced by roasting and brewing coffee cell cultures, but more work is needed.


Stop the rot: blueberry research in the US

07 December, 2023

A US scientist is working on ways to prevent blueberry rot and improve the quality of the fruit while limiting their loss before, during and after harvest.


How do our bodies metabolise flavonoids?

06 December, 2023

With plant-based lifestyles becoming more popular, the power of foods such as broccoli, celery and tofu, rich in flavonoids, is becoming clearer.


Are ultra-processed foods preferred to less processed foods?

28 November, 2023

A University of Bristol study has found some interesting results about the taste perception of ultra-processed foods compared to less processed foods.


Using neuroscience in the development of new food products

23 November, 2023 | Supplied by: Givaudan Australia

Givaudan is collaborating with a neuroscience company to help it establish a better understanding about consumer preferences during food product development.


Using science to create The Unforgettable Cake

22 November, 2023

A brain-friendly cake concept has been designed with the help of scientific experts and a chef to help raise awareness of cognitive decline in older Australians.


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