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Helping alternative proteins go mainstream for a sustainable planet
A £38m centre dedicated to developing acceptable and planet-friendly alternatives to animal proteins is to be headed up by the University of Leeds.
Clues to conserving our marine mammals are hidden in buckets of seawater
A new study shows how tiny traces of DNA from seawater can provide crucial information about the relationship between marine mammals and key prey species to support their conservation.
Facility to advance UK insect farming
A new cutting-edge insect farm at University of Leeds was officially unveiled at a launch event last week.
How does lab grown meat fit into our future food system?
On BBC 4’s “The Food Programme”, Sheila Dillon interviews Professor Tim Benton about the opportunities and challenges surrounding the lab grown meat industry.
Rethinking screen time: new research emphasizes ‘quality over quantity’
It is what we are looking at, rather than how much time we are spending our time online, that influences our health and well-being, according to a major new report from scientists.