South Korean scientists grow beef cells in rice as protein alternative
Thursday, 14 March 2024 South Korean scientists at Yonsei University have developed a groundbreaking method to grow beef cells in rice grains, offering a potential alternative to traditional cattle farming for meat production. Professor Jinkee Hong, the project lead, highlighted that the innovative creation known as "beef rice" utilizes rice particles as a unique foundation for cultivating animal muscle and fat cells.
South Korean researchers have succeeded in growing beef cells in rice grains in what they say is a major step towards achieving a sustainable and affordable source of protein that could potentially replace farming cattle for meat. Olivia Chan has more.
A South Korean research team has developed a new hybrid food, an affordable and eco-friendly source of protein, in a bid to develop a sustainable future option.
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