Archives for January 3, 2008

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Beta-cyclodextrin tested for encapsulation

By  Stephen Daniells

Extracts from plant essential oils (terpenes) can be stabilised by encapsulation in the polysaccharide beta-cyclodextrin and modified starch, suggests new research from Greece.

Tate & Lyle invests in edible films market

By  Laura Crowley

Tate & Lyle Ventures and Scottish Enterprise hope to prosper from the emerging market for dissolvable and edible films as a delivery mechanism for active ingredients, with the acquisition of BioFilm Limited.