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Low Dietary Potassium Causes Direct Kidney Injury
Attention has mostly focused on the problem of high sodium in diets, but low potassium is also a culprit in cardiovascular disease. Scientists have now discovered that low dietary potassium also causes direct kidney injury.
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Successful Gene Editing Achieved in Miscanthus
Researchers have successfully demonstrated precision gene editing in miscanthus, a promising crop for sustainable bioenergy.
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"Whipping Jet" Could Benefit Industries From Food Processing to Pharmaceuticals
A novel "whipping jet" device has been developed that can precisely control how aerosols move, which could benefit a range of industries including pharmaceuticals and food processing.
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Plant-Based Meat Products May Lack Essential Micronutrients
A new study from the George Institute for Global Health suggests that plant-based meat products might be higher in sugar and lack key nutrients compared to real meat.
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Milk Production Can Be “Kick-Started” After a Pause in Breastfeeding – Now We Know How
A new study from the University of Sheffield has identified a protein that supports milk production after a pause in breastfeeding. The research is published in PLOS Biology.
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Microalgae Could Help Sustain Our Growing Population Better Than Current Agricultural Systems
Researchers have demonstrated that microalgae and other microscopic, plant-like organisms could help feed the world’s growing population more sustainably than current agricultural systems.
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Short-Lived Volcanic Landmass Offers Some Microbial Surprises
A short-lived volcanic island offered a rare opportunity to study early microbial colonizers and to their surprise, researchers discovered a unique microbial community that metabolizes sulfur and atmospheric gases, similar to those at hot springs.
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Insects Seen as a Sustainable Future Food Source by Most
In response to a survey, 58% of participants said they believe that insects could become an alternative and sustainable source of protein in the future and therefore think that they could become part of our diet.
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How Stress Affects Habanero Peppers
Researchers report that stressful conditions change the levels of natural compounds in peppers. The results could have ramifications for growing peppers and for their shelf life after harvest.
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Drone Collects DNA Samples From Hard-To-Reach Trees
Researchers have developed a flying device that can land on tree branches to take samples, opening up a new dimension for scientists previously reserved for biodiversity researchers.
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