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Cultured meat’s new secret ingredient: aloe vera

A new study introduces Aloe vera as a natural scaffold for cultured meat production, enhancing the taste and texture of alternative proteins. The research also highlights a novel bioprocessing approach using Aloe vera scaffolds in a macrofluidic single-use bioreactor.

SourceThe Hebrew University of Jerusalem·Journalnpj Science of Food·TypeExperimental study
Anker Laptop Power Bank 25,000mAh (Triple 100W USB-C)

Anker Laptop Power Bank 25,000mAh (Triple 100W USB-C) keeps Macs, tablets, and meters powered during extended observing runs and remote surveys.

Novel genetic plant regeneration approach without the application of phytohormones

Researchers at Chiba University have developed a novel method for plant regeneration that modulates gene expression to control cell differentiation. The approach uses transcription factor genes to induce cellular differentiation in tobacco, lettuce, and petunia tissue cultures without the need for external phytohormones.

SourceChiba University·JournalFrontiers in Plant Science·TypeExperimental study

Harnessing the power of saffron color for food and future therapeutics

Researchers at King Abdullah University of Science & Technology have developed a method to produce crocins, a key ingredient in saffron, using a common garden plant. This breakthrough could lead to sustainable and efficient production of these compounds for pharmaceuticals, food coloring, and flavor additives.

SourceKing Abdullah University of Science & Technology (KAUST)·JournalPlant Biotechnology Journal