Day: July 8, 2017

Research Headlines – Scientists get closer to natural blue pigment

Demand for natural pigments in the cosmetic and food industry is high, but most blue pigments used in cosmetics and food are still artificial. THE EU-funded BIOVADIA project increased understanding of marennine, the blue pigment in blue diatoms. Research continues and could eventually feed into diverse applications, including use of

Success Stories – Can farmed fish become vegetarian to reduce the industry’s eco-footprint?

Can carnivorous farmed fish become vegetarian? Trout is one of Europe’s main farmed fish. Its diet relies on catching wild fish. The goal is to reduce the pressure on marine resources by finding plant-based substitutes. Powered by WPeMatico