Food design & research

Researchers develop allergy-free chicken egg

30 May, 2023

Using genome editing technology, researchers have produced an egg without ovomucoid, the protein that causes egg white allergies.


Speeding up pathogenic bacteria testing

26 May, 2023

Researchers from the University of Delaware have developed a way to rapidly test plants for pathogens before they are sold for consumption.


Non-invasive allergen testing: research

25 May, 2023

During the food production process, it's vital to have reliable methods of allergen testing in place as cross-contamination can occur easily.


Plastics pervasive across entire food chain

23 May, 2023

A study led by CSIRO has found that micro and nanoplastics are pervasive in our food supply and may be affecting food safety and security on a global scale.


Industrial-scale seaweed production in development

22 May, 2023

A Flinders University research project aims to explore and develop industrial-scale seaweed production, expected to create hundreds of jobs in regional Australia.


Increasing the shelf life of berries

17 May, 2023

A European research program is looking at ways to increase the shelf life of berries using high-precision agriculture and innovative processing methods.


Gut microbiome research funding recipients announced

17 May, 2023

Danone North America has selected this year's recipients of the 2022–2023 Annual Gut Microbiome, Yogurt and Probiotic Fellowship Program.


The physics of creating shelf-stable gummies

17 May, 2023

Formulation and storage, both of which alter how the molecules in the candies link together, are vital to keeping gummies in good condition.


Telstra partners with Charles Sturt to test digital farm platform

15 May, 2023

Charles Sturt and Telstra have partnered to assist the Farm Data Services platform to manage and integrate data from the Global Digital Farm.


Researchers develop 'GM safety net' for banana industry

15 May, 2023

QUT has developed a genetically modified variety of Cavendish banana designed to help save the world's Cavendish banana production.


Discovering the secrets of bubbles

05 May, 2023

Researchers investigated the stability of bubble chains in carbonated drinks, like champagne and sparkling wine.


Research: Defining junk food

02 May, 2023

An analysis of food policies by researchers has aimed to define 'junk food' and determine which foods should be subject to health-related policies.


Plant scaffolds developed for cultured meat

02 May, 2023

A research team has 3D-printed an edible cell culture scaffold using common plant proteins, allowing more sustainable lab-grown meat to be served on the table.


The NOLO project for South Australian winemakers

26 April, 2023

The South Australian Government has invested $1.98 million into a no- and low-alcohol (NOLO) trial-scale facility at the University of Adelaide.


Seaweed: a potential solution for increasing food demand

24 April, 2023

Seaweed provides a novel, alternative sustainable food source and bioproducts for human and animal consumption.


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