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Students at every stage of their degrees feel left in the dark by course closures and changes in research focus

Earth’s plants and soils reached peak carbon dioxide sequestration in 2008 but proportion absorbed has been declining since, study finds

In a surprising discovery, scientists have found that the heart possesses "sweet taste" receptors, similar to those on our tongues, and that stimulating these receptors with sweet substances can modulate the heartbeat.

Citrus fruits don't just brighten your plate—they may also brighten your mood. New research says citrus fruits are a powerful dietary tool against depression.

This permanent exhibition showcases the historical significance and cultivation of pineapples.

To clarify the aromatic compounds of sea buckthorn and their formation pathways, the key aroma compounds in Hippophae rhamnoides subsp. sinensis were …

Rising temperatures, erratic rainfall, and other climate impacts are throttling cocoa production and driving up chocolate prices.

Just two servings of yogurt a week may protect the bowels from some specific types of cancer, according to a new long-term study in the US.

The Mediterranean Diet will always be a gold standard, but it’s time to put the Atlantic Diet on the map.

The aroma types of green tea can be classified as clean, chestnut-like, floral, and others. The concentration of various aroma compounds and the OAV d…

Rumored to have killed the Roman emperor Augustus, nightshade's berries are notoriously deadly.

The study provided an important study for the improvement of processing and design technology and quality enhancement of C. limon peels, in order to meet consumer demand.

Flowers like marigolds and roses may have a place in sustainable food production, according to new research.

The non-alcoholic drinks trend is shattering teetotal stigmas and proving a major money spinner for the beverage industry

A new study has shown how individual components of our diet – the protein, carbohydrates, fiber and fats we eat – can improve or worsen sleep quality. The findings suggest that dietary interventions could be used to enhance sleep health.

If you don't really know what persimmon is (let alone ever tasted one), there's a whole world of versatile fruit flavor out there waiting for you.

Beef protein hydrolysates (BH) and their γ-glutamylated products (γ-BH and γ-GBH, 0 and 7 % L-Gln extra-addition) were prepared, followed by xylose-in…

Researchers who have been given access to Google's new AI "co-scientist" tool are enthusiastic about its potential, but it isn't yet clear whether it can make truly novel discoveries

New research may ultimately clarify the root causes and mechanisms of food allergies and intestinal diseases.

Sourdough technology is known for improving pasta texture, flavor, and quality, but traditional fermented Jiaozi from various regions is still underex…

Zheng et al. (2025) provided a comprehensive review of advancements in electronic noses used for detecting alcoholic beverages. Their work highlights …

New research digs into the potential environmental impacts of replacing packaging like bags, films, and containers with alternatives.

Aspartame has long been marketed as a guilt-free alternative to sugar in products like Diet Coke and sugar-free Jell-O. However, the sweetener has now been linked to an increased risk of heart attacks in mice. Should you ditch your fizzy drinks?

The drink, which contains fiber for gut health and Vitamin C and zinc for immunity support, pits the beverage giant against fast-growing upstarts Olipop and Poppi.

Yogurt is one of the most widely consumed fermented dairy products in the world with high nutritional value, health impact and high taste and flavor a…

Using scented products indoors changes the chemistry of the air, producing as much air pollution as car exhaust does outside, according to a new study. Researchers say that breathing in these nanosized particles could have serious health implications.

A Mass General Brigham-led study suggests creative tasks map onto a common brain circuit and that injury and neurological disease have the potential to unleash creativity