New research uncovers how chitin-rich insect flours can fuel beneficial gut bacteria, offering a sustainable approach to modern nutrition. That is, if scientists can overcome the barriers of allergen ...

The growing pressure on global food systems has intensified the interest in sustainable protein sources. Four insect species have been authorized as novel foods in the EU following safety evaluations ...

Researchers are optimizing the process of extracting chitin from black soldier fly carcasses, which can be used to synthesize biodegradable bioplastics. Using insects to make plastics that are ...