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Dec. 4, 2015
Researchers Use Optical Spectroscopy to Classify Olive Oils
Using optical spectroscopy, the new method can identify extra virgin, virgin and lampante.
Nov. 27, 2015
New EU Funds for Research on Xylella Fastidiosa
Europe has set aside €7 million for research on the prevention, detection, and control of Xylella fastidiosa.
Nov. 23, 2015
Taste Panel App Digitizes Sensory Analyses
A new app promises to increase the accuracy, security and sustainability of olive oil taste testing.
Oct. 13, 2015 Basics
Jun. 11, 2015 Health
May. 26, 2015 Health
Mediterranean Diet with Olive Oil or Nuts Improves Cognitive Function
May. 11, 2015 World
Designing Sensors to Mimic Human Sensory Analysis of Olive Oil
Apr. 7, 2015
Howextra virgin olive oil Helps Prevent Colon Cancer
Researcher Mauro Maccarrone explains how active components in high-quality extra virgin olive oils help prevent colon cancer.
Mar. 31, 2015
Olive Oil Improves Blood Lipid Profile, Reduces Risk of Heart Disease
Olive oil phenols can prevent chronic diseases but they diminish over time, a new report from the University of California at Davis has found.
Mar. 30, 2015
Want Healthier Eggs? Feed Hens EVOO
Feeding hens a diet that includes polyphenol-rich EVOO could lead to eggs that have lower cholesterol content and a better fatty acid profile.
Mar. 26, 2015
Index Predicts Antioxidant Activity of EVOO
Researchers investigated the relationship between certain chemical parameters of extra virgin olive oil and antioxidant activity.
Feb. 19, 2015
EVOO Research Hits a Wall in Greece
Greece is in the midst of a brain drain that forces the brightest to seek work abroad. But it gets worse.
Feb. 6, 2015
Linking Chemistry with Italianextra virgin olive oil Origins
Chemical compounds in Italian olive oils depend on the olive variety and cultivation site, according to research promoted by Unaprol.
Jan. 15, 2015
Researchers Trace Mediterranean Diet's Origin to Ancient Greek Medicine
The Mediterranean diet may have been conceived by early doctors as a form of medicinal treatment.
Jan. 6, 2015
Researchers Studying System for Controlled Olive Oil Distribution
A University of Florence team will analyze the effect of controlled conditions on olive oil chemistry and quality.
Dec. 16, 2014
Calculating the Cost to Make 1 kg Olive Oil
The International Olive Council announced preliminary results of an international study to analyze the cost of producing one kilogram of olive oil.
Dec. 11, 2014
Phenols in Extra Virgin Olive Oil Inhibit Colon Cancer Cell Growth
A recent study has shown phenolic extracts in EVOO have an antiproliferative effect on human colon cancer cells.
Dec. 10, 2014
Project Uses Waste from Olive Oil Production to Power the Mill Itself
A European project is studying technology to convert waste from olive oil production to electricity.
Nov. 28, 2014
International Foundation to Promote Mediterranean Diet
An international foundation will bring together multidisciplinary knowledge and expertise dedicated to the promotion of the Mediterranean diet.
Nov. 24, 2014
Sydney Opera House Uses Olive Oil, Too
Olive oil is used to maintain the Sydney Opera House, as part of the landmark's environmental policy which includes green cleaning practices.
Nov. 17, 2014
Researcher to Share Details of 'Thrilling Discovery'
Gary Beauchamp, director of the Monell Chemical Senses Center in Philadelphia, will be in Spain to discuss his well-known discovery of the oleocanthal molecule.
Nov. 12, 2014
New Solutions for Managing Olive Mill Waste Water
Olive mill waste waters were treated to evaluate the characteristics produced by an integrated membrane system working at two different volume concentration factors.