As synthetic microfibers infiltrate food, water and air, how can we prevent future release?
Scientists and manufacturers are looking for ways to keep synthetic microfibers from getting into the environment in the first place
Synthetic influx
Synthetic menthol threatens the livelihoods of 400,000 families of farmers who grow Mentha
From Coke to Kokum
Recently a trend towards synthetic kokum has set in. This version is half as expensive as the natural one, has similar colour and fragrance. So …
Scientists have created synthetic human embryos. Now we must consider the ethical and moral quandaries
This development, widely described as a breakthrough that could help scientists learn more about human development and genetic disorders
The other side of climate friendly foods
Efforts to change diets and reduce global warming has pitfalls
Textile waste takes centre stage in Parliament: Why the discussion is vital
Allocation for textiles ministry increased 27.6% in 2024 interim budget, but there were no specific policies addressing waste crisis
Recall of the wild
A huge debate surrounds the use of synthetic biology for environmental conservation
Western Vidarbha reduces use of synthetic fertilisers
No corresponding drop in agricultural production
We looked at 700 plant-based foods to see how healthy they really are. Here’s what we found
A nutritional audit 700 plant-based foods in Australia found many products had high in salt or saturated fat content
Fall in crude oil prices likely to deepen natural rubber crisis in India
Fall in oil prices will boost synthetic rubber
Birth control pills have negative effects on aquatic ecosystem, finds study
Synthetic estrogen was found to affect reproductive cycle of fathead minnow
SC advises states to make milk adulteration a crime punishable with life imprisonment
Food Safety and Standards Act prescribes maximum six months in prison for the offence
Supreme Court notice to food authority on checking supply of adulterated milk
Petition seeks comprehensive policy on production, supply and sale of healthy, hygienic and natural milk
The Green Revolution and a dark Punjab
Punjab has paid a price for food security. The use of pesticides and fertilisers has resulted in a number of health issues for the state’s …