Physics of food

Scientists are trying to perfect a technique for growing crops in space so that astronauts have enough food to get to Mars and back.
Benjamin Plackett, Contributor
New research reveals how wet porous materials collapse under pressure.
Charles Q. Choi, Contributor
The science of heat transfer confirms the wisdom of Italian pizzaiolos.
Brian Owens, Contributor
Food scientists are developing food for astronauts that stays nutritious and fresh for at least three years.
Rebecca Boyle, Contributor
Researchers detect presence of proteins in the saliva of people who ate bitter foods.
James Gaines, Contributor
Researchers found that adding a full twist made it possible to break spaghetti in half.
Charles Q. Choi, Contributor
Growing interest in minimally processed wines is shaking up the wine industry.
Joel Shurkin, Contributor
Will the kitchen of the future include a 3-D printer?
Tracy Staedter, Contributor
Genetically modified yeast with basil and mint genes added gives beer a hoppy flavor without the need to add the actual flowers.
Jason Socrates Bardi, Editor
Scientists examine the environmental impact of the U.K.'s love affair with prepackaged sandwiches.
Annie Roth, Contributor
Follow these three basic tips to increase your chances of ending up with the bigger side of the bone (infographic).
Abigail Malate, Staff Illustrator
The temperature at which champagne is stored determines what comes out of the bottle.
Joel Shurkin, Contributor