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APRIL 5, 2023

Could a nettle a day keep the doctor away? Published: Nettles are known for their sting, but research by Dr Diana Obanda at the University of Maryland in the US suggests that eating them could strengthen our gut and protect us from obesity. Dr Diana Obanda, Assistant Professor in Nutrition and Food Science, is on the case.

Agriculture 98

Agriculture Biology Research Research 98

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JANUARY 25, 2023

Can mathematics keep our food safe to eat? Published: Keeping germs out of our food is a constant battle, but mathematical modelling can help us trace contamination and stop the spread. How does Listeria get into our food?

Mathematics 68

Mathematics Computer Research Research 68

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AUGUST 31, 2023

Engaging with the science behind food Published: The preparation of food is biochemically complex. Ibrahim has established the Food Microbiology and Biotechnology Lab. However, most people are probably unaware of the biochemical complexity of food and of what is involved in getting food safely from the farm to the table.

Science 73

Science Sciences Agriculture Chemistry 73

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JULY 5, 2023

Published: To uncover how diet influences health, dietitians and nutritionists need easy but accurate ways to assess what people eat. However, current methods of dietary assessment are either time-consuming to record or rely on participant memory for recalling what they eat. How are advances in technology improving dietary research?

Research 70

Research Research Technology Computer Engineering 70

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JULY 13, 2023

Ways of knowing: how can traditional knowledge enrich geoscience education? You were too proud to eat my feet as other people do, but now you want to have them,” it said. Tomorrow night, you will have plenty to eat.” The next day, the man sauntered around the forest, daydreaming about all the food he was sure to find.

Education 98

Education Education Research Research 98