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Could beetroot be the key to a healthy burger?
19 April 2012 Could beetroot be the key to a healthy burger? Volunteers sought for study to find out
Feeding the 7 Billion
09 April 2012 Feeding the 7 Billion Scotland's Scientists and Public Debate the Challenge of Global Food Security
Could cabbage hold the key to preventing diseases?
04 April 2012 Could cabbage hold the key to preventing diseases? Scientists are investigating whether compounds found in cabbage could help prevent against diseases such as cancer and cardiovascular diseases.
New study into whether 'feel full' foods help manage weight
28 March 2012 New study into whether 'feel full' foods help manage weight The University of Aberdeen is part of a major collaboration on a £6milllion European project to develop and test new food products with satiating qualities to help control appetite, manage weight and combat obesity.
Science on a plate served up in Edinburgh
27 March 2012 Science on a plate served up in Edinburgh Aberdeen food scientists will be working with some of Scotland's finest chefs on a series of innovative events for Science on a Plate -Scotland's first festival of science and food.
Conference provides food for thought
26 March 2012 Conference provides food for thought What our diets could look like in the future, and how our food choices impact on the environment, will be among the topics under the spotlight at a conference in Aberdeen.
Bakery firm scoops award for healthy eating products
21 March 2012 Bakery firm scoops award for healthy eating products A North-east Scotland bakery firm has been recognised for its commitment to the development of health conscious products.
Stem cells and climate change under the spotlight at two free science events
12 March 2012 Stem cells and climate change under the spotlight at two free science events The latest developments in stem cell research, and how what we eat is impacting on the world's climate, will be the topics up for discussion at two free events in Aberdeen this week.
New European study to investigate methane production in livestock
13 February 2012 New European study to investigate methane production in livestock Scientists from across Europe gathered in Aberdeen this week (9-10 February) to draw up a programme of research aimed at mitigating some of the causes of climate change, as well as benefiting rural communities and addressing global food security.
Major study into foods claiming to benefit health
09 February 2012 Major study into foods claiming to benefit health Research by scientists at the University of Aberdeen is helping support the development of new foods which could enhance our health in the future.