Can Plants And Animals Evolve To Keep Pace With Climate Change?

A study published in the journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences shows that for at least one widely-studied plant, the European climate is changing fast enough that strains from Southern Europe already grow better in the north than established local varieties.
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EFSA Reports: Pesticide Residue In Food Adherence Rates Above 97%

The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) reported that over 97% of samples tested in the latest monitoring programme of pesticides in food contain residue levels that fall within permissible limits.


Over 97% of samples tested in the latest Europe-wide monitoring programme of pesticides in...
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Can Stem Cells Be A Source For Eco-Friendly Meat?

In the new study scientists outline a potential meat manufacturing process, starting with a vial of cells taken from a cell bank and ending with a pressed cake of minced meat.


The scientific progress that has made it possible to dream of a future in which faulty organs could be regrown from ...
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Bacteria Can Linger On Airplane Surfaces For Days

A new research finds that bacteria can linger on surfaces commonly found in airplane cabins even up to seven days.


Disease-causing bacteria can linger on surfaces commonly found in airplane cabins for days, even up to a week, according to research presented at the annual meeting of the...
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Auchan BIO Galettes de Maïs Recalled

FRANCE – Auchan BIO Galettes de Maïs (Corn Cakes) have been recalled because the product has been detected to be contaminated with mycotoxins.
The recalled product is Auchan BIO Galettes de Maïs (Corn Cakes) packaged in 120g packs with EAN barcode: 3596710323210 and Best before date: 2...
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Mobile Phones Can Cause Allergic Reactions

Mobile phones and related devices have been identified as sources of metal sensitization and potential causes of allergic contact dermatitis (ACD).


Studies have identified mobile phones and related devices as sources of metal sensitization and potential causes of allergic contact dermatitis...
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El CDTI Certifica A Biótica Un Equipo Biosensor Para La Detección Automatizada De La Bacteria E. Coli

Biótica. Credit: Damián Llorens

Gracias al apoyo del programa Innocash, programa gestionado por la Fundación Genoma España, la empresa Biótica, ubicada en el Parque Científico de la Universidad Jaume I Espaitec, ha desarrollado un sistema automatizado de laboratorio que permite la detección r...
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Olive Oil Supplements May Protect Against the Adverse Vascular Effects of Air Pollution

A new study shows that olive oil supplements may help protecting against some of the adverse cardiovascular effects of exposure to air pollution.


Taking olive oil supplements may counteract some of the adverse cardiovascular effects of exposure to air pollution, according to a new study...
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3M Petrifilm Salmonella Express System Receives First AOAC Official Methods of Analysis Validation

3M Food Safety announced that its 3M™ Petrifilm™ Salmonella Express System has been validated through AOAC INTERNATIONAL as a First Action Official Method of Analysis (OMA method number 2014.01) for the detection of Salmonella in raw ground beef, cooked breaded chicken nuggets, raw ground chick...
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New Strains Could Boost Consumer Acceptance Of Fuji Apples

A new long-term study finds new strains of Fuji apples. The introduction of new ‘Fuji’ strains could increase the apple’s popularity and drive up consumer approval.


Fuji apples have become increasingly popular among consumers, but the apple variety faces some challenges on...
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Biotica’s E. coli Rapid Detection Techniques Certified

Centre for Technological and Industrial Development (CDTI, in Spanish) certified Biótica’s rapid detection techniques for pathogen microorganisms. Biótica has developed an automated laboratory system that rapidly detects the E. coli bacterium.
 
Biótica. Credit: Damián Llorens

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Free Access to Aquaculture Research Infrastructures

Aquaculture Infrastructures for Excellence in European Fish Research (AQUAEXCEL) invites proposals from European research groups for scientific research that utilises the facilities of any of the participating Aquaculture Research Infrastructures. The 8th AQUAEXCEL Call for Access is now open,...
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Many Schools Not Meeting Ideal Tap Water Access Criteria

According to new research from the American Journal of Public Health, many schools are not providing tap water that meets excellent water access criteria.
Researchers conducted phone interviews at 240 California public schools. School administrators were asked various questions regarding the ...
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Emphasizing Healthy Eating Norms Could Be More Effective Than Food Taxes Or Food Zoning Restrictions

Promoting healthy eating norms is found to be more effective in increasing consumption of fruits and vegetables and lowering fast food consumption than increasing food taxes or fast food zoning regulations, according to a new study from the American Journal of Public Health.
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Biotecnólogos Mexicanos Crean Exitoso Producto Que Optimiza Calidad Del Mango

Científicos mexicanos desarrollaron un biofungicida capaz de aumentar la calidad del mango mediante la inhibición de una enfermedad que provoca manchas negras en ese fruto, conocida como atracnosis. Ese producto detonó que sus creadores, quienes son investigadores del Instituto de Bi...
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Salmonella's Hide-And-Seek

A new study reveals how some Salmonella bacteria hide from the immune system, allowing them to persist and cause systemic infection. The findings could help researchers craft a more effective vaccine against Salmonella.


The body’s innate immune system is a first line of defense, intent on...
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Benefits Of Traditional Raw-Milk Cheese

Researchers have showed that traditional cheeses have unrivalled advantages in terms of both their diversity and their gustatory richness, but also regarding their protection against pathogenic agents.


Research scientists from INRA, Université de Caen and Université de Franche-Comté have re...
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40% Of Spices Sold In Bulk Contain Contaminates

Research from Kansas State University in Olathe has shown that four out of 10 spices, sold in bulk in the Kansas City metro area, contain contaminates that could be harmful to your health
 
Researchers at K-State Olathe have found that four out of 10 bulk spices purchased in the Kansas...
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RASFF Food Alerts, Week 20

Here is the summary of food alerts issued by Rapid Alert System for Food and Feed (RASFF) last week.
On 16/05/2014, Salmonella enteritidis (presence /25g) was detected in frozen chicken single fillets from Lithuania, via Belgium. The product was distributed to Slovenia. RASFF reference No.:...
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Halal Market Tandoori Masala Chicken Drumsticks Recalled

UNITED KINGDOM – Ana Food Packaging Ltd is recalling its Halal Market Tandoori Masala Chicken Drumsticks with a use-by date of 19 May 2014 because the product contains milk which is not mentioned on the label. This makes the product a possible health risk for those with an allergy or...
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