Science
Science Nod to Family of Unwitting Medical HeroineSixty-two years ago, scientists harvested cancer cells from an African American tobacco farmer which were used for some of the biggest breakthroughs in medical science -- without her knowledge or consent.The abnormally resilient cells were ...
- Food Science: Why Do Some Foods Taste More Delicious the Next Day?
Do you enjoy eating leftovers and find them even tastier the next day? It's not just your taste buds playing tricks on you - there is science and logic behind why overnight refrigerated food gets ...
- CSE Calls for Testing of Processed Food for Pesticides
The Centre for Science and Environment Thursday demanded periodical testing of packaged and processed food, including soft drinks, for pesticides.Hailing the recent Supreme Court order asking the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) ...
- Charles Spence: The Food Scientist Changing the Way We Eat
An Oxford professor's research into what affects flavour, from who we eat with to background noise, has influenced food-industry giants and top chefs alike. Now his new book brings food science to the home cook, ...
- Exclusive: Tete-A-Tete With Pastry Chef Vinesh Johny Of Lavonne Academy Of Baking Science & Pastry Arts
Chef Vinesh Johny is the co-founder and executive pastry chef at Lavonne Academy of Baking Science & Pastry Arts. Here he talks about his journey and answers some questions about the craft.
- Continuous Change In Diet May Take A Toll On Your Health
A recent study, published in the journal Science Advances, found that a switch from restricted diet to a rich diet can decrease life expectancy.
- Did You Know: This French University Offers Master Degree In 'Drinking Eating And Living'
According to the official website of Sciences Po Lille, the BMV course covers a wide range of topics including foods, drinks, food tech, gastro-diplomacy and more.
- Book Review: Why "A Baker's Journey- Science in the Art of Baking" By Dr Avin Thaliath Is A Must-Read
A Baker's Journey - Science in the Art of Baking is not just a cookbook; it's an educational odyssey. Dr Avin Thaliath has successfully bridged the gap between scientific precision and culinary passion.
- Soon, Electronic Tongue to Check Food Quality
According to a latest study published in the journal ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces, an electronic 'tongue' has been developed which may help in checking the quality of products before they reach the stores near ...
- Scientists Have Made 100 Percent Biodegradable Plastic From Barley, Can Be Used For Food Packaging
Only about nine percent of plastic is recycled globally, the rest ends up being incinerated, dumped into landfills or ends up polluting nature.
