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Leptin has powerful effect on reward center in the brain
Leptin, a hormone critical for normal food intake and metabolism, exerts a strong effect on appetite by acting in the mid-brain region as well as in the hypothalamus. view more (2006-09-29)
Getting plants to rid themselves of pesticide residues
Scientists in China have discovered that a natural plant hormone, applied to crops, can help plants eliminate residues of certain pesticides. The study is in the current issue of ACS' Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry, a bi-weekly publication. view more (2009-10-01)
Distance from London holds Back Spread of Fast Food Outlets in UK
New research by University of Warwick Professor Michael Waterson, to be presented at the Royal Economic Society's Annual Conference on Tuesday 8 April, examines the changing face of fast food retailing in the UK and in particular what motivates the spread of fast food outlets. The study explores influences on the spread of fast food outlets for... view more... (2003-04-03)
Lettuce, leafy greens and E. coli
The rise in year-round consumption of fresh leafy greens such as lettuce and baby spinach is increasing the difficulty of keeping produce free from contamination by food poisoning bacteria. view more (2007-09-04)
Children`s disruptive behaviour can be linked to food choice
Hyperactivity, attention deficit disorder, dyslexia and antisocial or aggressive behaviour in children can be traced back to what they eat. According to Dr Neil Ward from the University of Surrey’s Chemistry department, some children can react to the additives, preservatives and colourants in food products, causing certain behavioural... view more... (2002-04-16)
Climate gas could disrupt food chain
Levels of a climate cooling gas will change as carbon dioxide increases, affecting food webs along the way, said Dr Michael Steinke at a Science Media Centre press briefing today. view more (2007-12-11)
Commentary highlights impact of food-cancer drug interactions
A commentary in the Journal of Clinical Oncology (JCO) urges researchers to explore an intriguing approach to reduce the dose, and therefore the cost, of oral targeted cancer therapies. view more (2007-07-18)
Worm's hunger response provides clue to eating disorders
In research that may have implications for studying eating disorders in humans, a worm the size of a pinhead is helping researchers at UT Southwestern Medical Center unravel the mechanisms of hunger. view more (2006-04-05)
Mango seeds may protect against deadly food bacteria
Life in the fruit bowl is no longer the pits, thanks to a University of Alberta researcher. view more (2009-08-14)
Scientists find universal rules for food-web stability
The findings, published in this week's issue of Science, conclude that food-web stability is enhanced when many diverse predator-prey links connect high and intermediate trophic levels. view more (2009-08-07)
New UGA invention effectively kills foodborne pathogens in minutes
University of Georgia researchers have developed an effective technology for reducing contamination of dangerous bacteria on food. view more (2008-06-25)
Nice but naughty -- our addiction to chocolate
Chocolate is the most widely and frequently craved food. People readily admit to being 'addicted to chocolate' or willingly label themselves as 'chocoholics'. A popular explanation for this is that chocolate contains mood-enhancing (psychoactive) ingredients that give it special appeal. view more (2007-09-11)
Big vegetarian mammals can play a critical role in maintaining healthy ecosystems, study finds
Removing large herbivorous mammals from the African savanna can cause a dramatic shift in the relative abundance of species throughout the food chain. view more (2007-01-17)
Artificial gravity: the next small step?
Dr Kevin Fong will talk about artificial gravity, one of the latest technologies being considered for human missions to Mars, in an event organised by the Royal Institution on 11 May 2004. The latest results from the Mars Rovers are impressive but the red planet will not yield its secrets easily. Investigation of the existence of Martian life,... view more... (2004-04-13)
Pregnant Women Should Exercise to Keep Depression Away
While much research focuses on healthy babies for pregnant mothers, little has been published about the physical and emotional health and changes that the mothers go through themselves. A study in a recent issue of the Journal of General Internal Medicine presents data that characterizes these changes and highlights exercise as an effective means... view more... (2005-03-23)
Children's diet not the main cause of ADHD
Food may not be the major cause of hyperactivity in children. Genetics, brain function and parental actions such as smoking may be just as important. view more (2008-05-30)
New Bacteria Test Could Improve Quality of Fruit and Vegetable Juice
Increasingly, consumer products, especially food and beverage products, are being scrutinized for better quality. view more (2007-05-10)
Whitefly spreads emerging plant viruses
A tiny whitefly is responsible for spreading a group of plant viruses that cause devastating disease on food, fiber, and ornamental crops, say plant pathologists with The American Phytopathological Society (APS). view more (2007-01-19)
Research Fortnight 13 February issue: stories on farming and horticulture, QinetiQ and MoD, the RAE in Wales, and PPARC`s cuts
Farming review avoids issue of research funding The Commission on the Future of Farming and Food has recommended structural reforms for research, but failed to back the call with a request for extra funding. This has disappointed research leaders, who were looking to this high-profile review to help boost resources. On research it advises the... view more... (2002-02-13)
Ozone depletes oil seed rape productivity
High ozone conditions cause a 30% decrease in yield and an increase in the concentration of a group of toxic compounds within oilseed rape plants. view more (2009-06-29)
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