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Nixing rapeseed’s bitter taste could lead to new protein source

Rapeseed is a good source of protein, but is both bitter and unsafe for human consumption. New research is a step toward changing that.

Rapeseed is a good source of protein, but is both bitter and unsafe for human consumption. New research is a step toward changing that.

It’s not easy to make batteries cheap, efficient, durable, safe, and environmentally friendly. New zinc metal batteries that have it all.

The UN Global Diversity Framework aims for the conservation of 30% of land and 30% of seas. That’s not enough, say researchers.

The UN Global Diversity Framework aims for the conservation of 30% of land and 30% of seas. That’s not enough, say researchers.

A new process that makes paper bags stronger, even when they’re wet, could help cut waste from plastic bags.

A new process that makes paper bags stronger, even when they’re wet, could help cut waste from plastic bags.

A wholly-sustainable plastics industry is possible, researchers say. A new study shows what’s needed to make it a reality.

A new way to separate cotton and polyester with enzymes could lead to better textile recycling, say researchers.

A new way to separate cotton and polyester with enzymes could lead to better textile recycling, say researchers.