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A patented solution for dry mouth relief and food product development
A team of scientists from the University of Leeds have developed a new hydrogel that has significant potential for oral care products that can help with dry mouth relief.
Experts urge national focus on heart health
A group of nutritional experts from across the country is calling for urgent action to be taken to address health inequalities – with emphasis on the importance of looking after your heart.
Decoding the fundamental mechanisms of human salivary lubrication
An interdisciplinary team of scientists led by the University of Leeds have uncovered the fundamental mechanism by which human saliva lubricates our mouth.
Research project brings together researchers from diverse disciplines
The highly interdisciplinary €1.5 million European Research Council (ERC) LubSat project headed by Dr Anwesha Sarkar has bought together researchers from diverse disciplines.
Are edible insects the key to the global food crisis?
Edible insects could be a key ingredient to avoiding a global food crisis, according to a new report, but there are significant barriers to overcome before they are part of the mainstream.