The Latest Breaking News from Protein

Illinois Shoppers Are Watching Meat Prices More Closely This Month—and Many Are Changing What They Buy

Grocery aisles across Illinois feel noticeably different this month as meat prices continue to shape what lands in shopping carts. Beef, chicken, and pork costs have shifted enough that many households now pause longer in front of the refrigerated section before choosing dinner plans. Families that once grabbed the same…

Everybody Loves Your Money · May 31

Can a tortilla be ‘GLP-1 friendly’? The label change that weight-loss drug companies are cashing in on

While a ‘GLP-1 friendly’ label may seem arbitrary, some medical experts say it may make people pay closer attention to what they’re eating

The Independent UK · May 31

Could protein 'traffic jams' be the key to understanding aging and Alzheimer's? Here's what Stanford scientists claim

Stanford University researchers have identified a breakdown in the cell's protein production system as a key factor in brain aging and cognitive decline. Their study on killifish revealed that "traffic jams" in protein synthesis lead to the accumulation of damaged proteins, a hallmark of neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's.

The Economic Times · May 30

Can Zomato Finally Fix Your Unhealthy Food Habits?

Healthy eating sounds simple until real life gets busy. Long work hours, late-night cravings, and endless food options often push people toward unhealthy meals. Most people want to eat better, but consistency becomes the hardest challenge. Now, Zomato has introduced a new feature called Healthy Subscriptions, designed to make healthy…

MyLifeXP · May 29

A single jawbone from Taiwan just changed what scientists knew about Denisovans

A mysterious ancient jawbone found in Taiwan has been identified as a Denisovan man. This discovery rewrites our understanding of these early humans. Previously thought to live in cold, high-altitude areas, the Denisovans are now known to have inhabited warmer, coastal regions. This finding significantly expands their known territory across…

The Economic Times · May 29

The Cow Is a Bioreactor. Ashton Ostrander Is Building a Better One

The Maia Farms co-founder spent six months reverse-engineering a cow. What he found is now quietly reshaping how global food brands think about protein.

International Business Times · May 27

From Protein Snacks to £5 Coffee: Spending Habits Defying the Cost-of-Living Crisis

UK consumers are navigating the cost-of-living crisis by prioritising small luxuries like £5 coffees and protein snacks. Learn about the 'lipstick effect' and its impact on spending habits today.

International Business Times UK · May 27

Mark Zuckerberg's philanthropic venture unveils AI world model for drug discovery

Biohub, a venture by Mark Zuckerberg and Priscilla Chan, has launched a protein biology world model. This advanced AI tool aims to speed up drug discovery. The model learns from evolutionary data to understand protein functions. Researchers have already used it to design new protein binders for cancer and immune…

The Economic Times · May 27

From Hit Identification to Lead Optimization: Building Scientific Continuity in Early Drug Discovery

SHANGHAI, May 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- On May 20, 2026, Viva Biotech hosted a V-Experts in Conversation webinar, "Managing Complexity in Modern Drug Discovery: A Practical Approach to Integrated Screening & Chemistry." Moderated by Victoria Ouroutzoglou, the roundtable featured Dr. Bing Xia, Vice President & Head of Early Discovery Platforms,…

AAP · May 27

Central Africa’s wild meat dilemma: why outright bans threaten food security for millions

Millions of people in central Africa rely on wild meat for their nutrition, especially in rural areas around the Congo rainforest, the second largest tropical rainforest in the world. Here, meat from domestic animals is scarce due to poor national transport infrastructure, livestock diseases and lack of forage. As a…

The Conversation · May 27