Superabsorbent soaks up packaging problems
A new superabsorbent intended for food packaging can soak up to 500 times its own weight in leaked liquid, claims the manufacturer.
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Kellogg launches energy-giving cereal bar
US based snack company Kellogg has added to its line of cereal bars in order to further capitalise on the growing healthy on-the-go snacking sector.
Deutsche Bahn in talks to buy Schnellecke, claims newspaper
Deutsche Bahn is reportedly in talks to acquire logistics firm Schnellecke, according to unnamedsources cited by the Financial Times Deutschland.
Common additive may stop acrylamide formation, suggests study
Using the common food additive calcium chloride could reduce the formation of acrylamide in potato chips and French fries by about 95 per cent, according to a new study.
Scientists find the genes for perfect coffee beans
Scientists from Brazil and France have moved a step closer to creating the perfect cup of coffee after identifying key genes that can affect flavour in the beans.