Science Friday Two Steps Forward For Meat Alternatives
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May 2, 2025 Discover the latest strides in meat alternatives, featuring the largest lab-grown chicken nugget and tasty plant-based calamari made with mung bean protein and microalgae. Learn about the challenges faced in the lab-grown meat sector, alongside the growing popularity of urban composting in NYC. Dive into fascinating insights on why human wounds heal slower than our primate cousins and explore the surprising limits of home washing machines in killing bacteria. Science is cooking up some exciting new possibilities!
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Breakthrough in Plant-Based Calamari
- Researchers developed a 3D printed plant-based calamari using mung bean protein and microalgae.
- The fried product achieves texture and protein content close to real squid and may appeal to consumers.
Largest Lab-Grown Chicken Nugget
- Scientists created the largest lab-grown chicken nugget using a bioreactor mimicking circulatory systems.
- This breakthrough allows muscle-like cell cohesion beyond previous millimeter-size limits.
Mandatory Composting in NYC
- Separate food scraps from trash using a dedicated bin to comply with NYC composting law.
- Composting reduces methane emissions and improves soil health significantly.