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The microbes that give cheddar cheese its distinct flavour
Cheddar cheese's distinct but often subtle flavour comes down to interactions between different bacteria, which cheese-makers could utilise to create a specific taste
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Chemistry
Can science explain why some drinks and foods are a perfect match?
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Chemistry
AI can tell which chateau Bordeaux wines come from with 100% accuracy
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Physics
Physicists have worked out how to pour water as quietly as possible
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Environment
How counting the true cost of cheap food could make a better world
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Health
Nutrient found in beef and milk shows promise against several cancers
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Physics
Physicists have invented a new way to shake a martini
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Chemistry
Homemade malt is the key to baking the perfect loaf of bread
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Sweeteners: The bitter truth about low-calorie sugar substitutes
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Edible and delicious Chinese mitten crabs are invading the UK
Numbers of invasive Chinese mitten crabs are believed to be growing in the UK, causing damage to river beds and competing with native wildlife
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Pepper X: The world has a new hottest chilli
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Mind
It takes just 108 milliseconds for our brains to spot food
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Environment
Climate change may be improving the quality of Bordeaux wines
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How to make sure your chicken is properly cooked
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