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Protective effects of Sclerocarya birrea in vivo

The study found that S. birrea extract reversed behavioral alterations caused by monosodium glutamate, reduced oxidative stress parameters, and counteracted malondialdehyde levels. These results support the potential of S. birrea as a neuroprotective agent for preventing and treating cognitive deficits.

SourceXia & He Publishing Inc.·JournalJournal of Exploratory Research in Pharmacology·DateDec 8, 2025

Food ingredient fears

A Cornell University study investigated food fears about ingredients such as HFCS, and found that people who avoid these ingredients are more likely to receive information from the internet. Providing consumers with historical context about an ingredient can help reduce ingredient fears.

SourceCornell Food & Brand Lab·JournalFood Quality and Preference·DateJun 25, 2014

Smart grid for electric vehicle fleet

The Fraunhofer Institute's micro smart grid demonstrator is designed to manage EV fleets efficiently, avoiding short circuits during peak load times. The system aims to provide electricity exclusively from renewable sources, reducing the country's reliance on imported electricity and mitigating power outages.