Laying the foundations for future flu-resistant chooks
12 June, 2019Gene editing has been used to stop the spread of bird flu virus in chicken cells grown in the lab and this could lead to producing disease-resistant chickens.
Ear, ear, corn science advances
12 June, 2019A gene essential for forming the ears in corn, which could be crucial for advancing the efforts to increase crop yields, has been identified by a team of scientists.
Antibiotic alternative for piglets shows promise
05 June, 2019 | Supplied by: United States Department of AgricultureScientists have found L-glutamine could be a viable alternative to antibiotics to help improve piglet welfare following weaning and transport.
Cranberries, more than just juice
03 June, 2019Given the belief that drinking cranberry juice could be helpful against urinary tract infections, scientists explore how it could also help in the fight against bacteria.
Anton Paar ViscoQC 300 rotational viscometer
01 June, 2019 | Supplied by: Anton Paar Australia Pty LtdDeveloped for a wide range of applications, ViscoQC 300 is designed to ensure the quality of the substance — from almost any fluid to semi-solid samples — by delivering fully traceable viscosity results.
Policies should limit ultraprocessed food intake, researchers say
30 May, 2019Two European studies have found positive links between highly processed foods and risk of cardiovascular disease and death.
Alternative protein sources could help boost food security
29 May, 2019Alternative protein sources could replace soy and animal products as major protein sources as Finland and the EU work to achieve food self-sufficiency.
Soy food reduces fracture risks in breast cancer survivors
24 May, 2019 | Supplied by: Oxford University Press USAResearchers found higher soy intake was linked to a 77% reduced risk of osteoporotic fractures in younger women.
Why do some red wines taste 'drier' than others?
23 May, 2019Researchers are gaining a better understanding of tannin characteristics, which could help winemakers manage dryness perception in their red wines.
Food businesses need stronger food safety cultures
21 May, 2019 | Supplied by: SAI GlobalFood recalls in Australia were up 45% in 2018, compared with 2017, and SAI Global suggests this could be due to poor training, poor controls and a lack of accountability.
African swine fever vaccine to protect wild boar
10 May, 2019A vaccine delivered to wild boar in their food can immunise them against African swine fever, and this immunity may be able to be passed on to others, researchers suggest.
Taste is all in the mind
03 May, 2019Whether people prefer bitter or sweet beverages, such as coffee or cola, depends more on how they make them feel than their taste, research suggests.
From Adaptive Eggs to Bee Innovative, Aussie tech revealed
02 May, 2019 by Carolyn JacksonOn-the-spot lactose testing and point-of-lay egg sorting are two of the nine latest technologies revealed by a CSIRO-powered research accelerator.
Alcohol ads in sport impact drinking attitudes
30 April, 2019Research has found that repeated exposure to alcohol advertising in sport, particularly a popular brand, leads to more positive attitudes towards alcohol in general.
Research collaboration to tackle global food challenges
30 April, 2019Quadram Institute Bioscience and the University of Newcastle have recently signed a memorandum of understanding which will see them work together to address global food and health challenges.
