Why it’s good to be lonely this Valentine’s Day

Feeling glum is not as negative as it seems, say cognitive experts

DuPont releases new clinical results on Bifidobacterium lactis Bi-07

The DuPont? probiotic strain Bifidobacterium lactis Bi-07? increases phagocytic activity of innate immune cells in elderly, according to clinical study by DuPont and University of Reading

Computed tomography or cardiac catheterization?

Charité coordinates EU study analysing the effectiveness of cardiac CT

Strong growth for plastic beverage packaging

Rigid plastic has seen the strongest growth among primary beverage packaging materials over the last five years, according to a new report from Canadean

A*STAR showcases innovations for sustainable aviation

A*STAR's exhibition at Booth D35 of the Singapore Airshow 2014 highlights its R&D initiatives in aviation

Avon's 2013 results not so pretty

The fourth quarter and full year 2013 results are in, and total revenue was $10.0 billion, a drop of 6%, or 1% in constant dollars, according to Avon Products

Chr. Hansen upgrades centre for colouring foodstuffs in Italy

The company improves the processing, warehousing and laboratory facilities in Canossa.

InSinkErator to launch new Under Sink Chiller model

At Gulfood 2014, the company will showcase the compact sized unit which fits neatly under any sink and serves chilled filtered water at the touch of a lever.

Olam completes sale of almond orchards

Following an announcement in November, Olam finalises the sale of its almond orchards in Australia.

Troostwijk conducts online auction of brewery equipment

Buyers have until 12 March 2014 to bid on equipment from Schweriner Schlossbrauerei.

Low maintenance, eco-friendly cooling alternative

Steam jet cooling systems only require water or aqueous solutions instead of chemical cooling agents. Instead of high-value electricity, low-pressure steam (waste steam) can be used for the operation

interpack 2014: Blending systems from Servolift

Servolift will be in Hall 01 / B09 at interpack 2014