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The Center for Research on Ingredient Safety at Michigan State University (CRIS) is one of the few organizations in the world willing to tacklethe hard questions about ingredient safety in our everyday products.
Sugar and Sweetener: Common Questions
As many people prepare to celebrate Halloween, we answer some common questions on sugar and sweeteners circulating on the Internet.
Top takeaways:
Natural, artificial, and traditional sweeteners are safe when consumed in…
Latest News
Science Symposium: Plastic Recycling
If you couldn’t make it to the 2024 Science Symposium focused on plastic recycling and chemical contaminates in recycled plastic, don’t worry! You can still catch up on all the insightful sessions. Most are now available for you to watch below…
Botanicals
In this post, we take another look at botanical ingredients.
Top takeaways:
Botanical preparations are supplements, not medicines.
Look for products certified by independent labs for quality assurance.
Consult your healthcare provider before using botanicals, especially with medications.
What are botanicals?
(CARBON) program is actively…
Gelatin
Ever wonder how gummy worms, marshmallows, and fruit snacks maintain their shape ? In this blog post, we explore gelatin.
What is gelatin?
Gelatin is a colorless, flavorless substance derived from animal collagen, primarily sourced from the skin, bones, and connective tissues of…
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Current Research
Working Group: Identification and Validation of Cell-based Assays for Developmental Immunotoxicity Testing
Overview:
It is increasingly clear that the global rise in inflammatory diseases and immune-mediated disorders can be traced back to early development.
The International Working Group on Alternatives to in vivo Developmental Immunotoxicity (DIT) Testing is working to identify and validate new models…
Glyphosate & Aspartame
Social listening allows us to see public thoughts, trends, and sentiments around specific ingredients. In this report, we look at glyphosate and aspartame.