Lycored’s standardized tomato extract was found to have positive effects in fighting oxidative stress, according to a study conducted in Israel. Human dermal fibroblasts were exposed to oxidative stress by researchers, which resulted in cell death and lower pro-collagen secretion. What they found was that those that were pre-treated with Lycomato™ had reduced growth of the MMP-1 enzyme, which is responsible for collagen damage, by 50%. The ingredient also boosted pro-collagen secretion, all … [Read more...] about Lycored’s Lycomato™ protects against oxidative stress
Agilent Technologies to collaborate with Singapore Institute of Food and Biotechnology Innovation
Agilent Technologies has recently signed a Research Collaboration Agreement with the Singapore Institute of Food and Biotechnology Innovation (SIFIBI). This partnership seeks to develop food research knowledge and advancement, utilising state-of-the art science and technology innovations. SIFIBI is under the country’s Agency for Science, Technology and Research. This collaboration aims to drive innovation in food, nutrition, ingredients and industrial biotechnology. It is also in line with … [Read more...] about Agilent Technologies to collaborate with Singapore Institute of Food and Biotechnology Innovation
ProAmpac partners with Rutgers University to roll out new intelligent packaging
In order to improve on its existing portfolio of flexible food packaging, ProAmpac is entering a partnership with Rutgers University of Food Science’s Dr. Kit Yam. The professor will collaborate with the company’s Material Science and Innovation teams to come up with active and intelligent food packaging. Dr. Yam’s laboratory will also provide testing capabilities and enable researchers to conduct experiments on possible food packaging products. “Dr. Yam is recognized as an expert in the … [Read more...] about ProAmpac partners with Rutgers University to roll out new intelligent packaging
