Early Nutrient Restriction Affects Mammalian Brain Development

A new study explains how young brains are protected when nutrition is poor. The findings, published on in Cell Reports, a Cell Press publication, reveal a coping strategy for producing a fully functional, if smaller, brain…

Fungal Spoilage Of Fruits And Vegetables Reduced By Ozone

Storing fruits and vegetables in ozone-enriched environments reduces spoilage explains a scientist at the Society for General Microbiology’s Spring Conference in Harrogate. Dr Ian Singleton explains how ozone treatment could be a safe, effective replacement for pesticides as it leaves no residue on foods. It is estimated that up to 30% of fresh produce can be lost due to microbial spoilage…