Food at Level of Molecules - New York Times - USA
What if the candy maker Mars could come up with an additive to the coating of its M&M’s and Skittles that would keep them fresher longer and inhibit melting?

Or if scientists at Unilever could shrink the fat particles (and thereby the calories) in premium ice cream without sacrificing its taste and feel?

FDA told to watch nanotech products for risks - Newsweek - USA
The growing number of cosmetics, drugs other products made using nanotechnology need more attention from U.S. regulators to make sure they are safe for humans and the planet, consumer and environmental groups told a government hearing Tuesday.

Risks of engineering a better ice cream - International Herald Tribune - USA
What if the candy maker Mars could come up with an additive to the coating of its M&Ms and Skittles that would keep them fresher longer and inhibit melting? Or if scientists at Unilever could shrink the fat particles (and thereby the calories) in premium ice cream without sacrificing its taste?

FDA gets mixed advice on nanotechnology - Seattle Post Intelligencer - USA
The government must balance close oversight of the fast-growing field of nanotechnology against the risk of stifling new development, a Food and Drug Administration conference was told Tuesday